The Student's Lyell: The Principles and Methods of Geology, as Applied to the Investigation of the Past History of the Earth and Its Inhabitants (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

John W. Judd

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265536464 ISBN 13: 9780265536469

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Classic geology, updated for today, to guide your study of Earth's past and its inhabitants.

The Student's Lyell presents the principles and methods of geology in a clear, student-friendly form. Edited by John W. Judd, it builds on Lyell’s teaching to explain how geologists investigate the history of the Earth and its life. This edition adds notes and updates to reflect fifteen years of new discoveries, while preserving the accessible approach that first made the work a trusted introduction to geological science.

Inside you’ll find structured guidance on foundational topics, including the nature of rocks and stratification, the fossil record, and how geological time is read in the rocks. The text is designed for beginners and for teachers seeking a reliable, up-to-date framework for teaching geology.

• Foundational concepts of rocks, strata, and fossils
• How geologists interpret past environments from rock and fossil evidence
• Historical development of geological science and its methods
• Updated notes and illustrations to support modern teaching

Ideal for readers who want a solid, readable introduction to geological science and its history.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265536464
• ISBN 13: 9780265536469
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 707