The Dynamic Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology - Softcover

Brian J. Skinner; S.C. Porter

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0471552240 ISBN 13: 9780471552246

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd, 1992

Synopsis

With authoritative and detailed coverage, Skinner and Porter address all key areas of physical geology, as well as recent events that have shaped our world. The new edition is updated to address the latest in geoscientific research, theory, and knowledge.Emphasis on the unifying themes of physical geologyExpands the earth systems science viewpoint of previous editionsIntroduces readers to remote sensing, global positioning systems, and other toolsExciting, first-hand accounts from the field relate geology to everyday life experiencesIncludes a GeoDiscoveries CD with an interactive globe, animations, videos, and more

About this title

From the Publisher

A comprehensive introduction that focuses on all of the major scientific processes of physical geology. Researched and written by two eminent geologists, the third edition includes new overarching themes of environmental issues and human interaction with the earth and its resources. Each chapter begins with an essay on this subject. Each part ends with a guest essay on the good stewardship of the Earth--how we can take care of our planet. The art program has been revised with 40% new art throughout to reflect current research.

From the Back Cover

American Museum of Natural History John Wiley & Sons and the American Museum of Natural History have collaborated to develop a Web site linking this text to the Museum's permanent exhibition, the Gottesman Hall of Planet Earth, Rose Center for Earth and Space. The Web site features animations, images and other features from the Museum's extensive collection and Web site. This site will be updated and evolve to include new content. All links are keyed to the text of The Dynamic Earth, 4th Edition. Visit the Web site at www.wiley.com/college/skinner.

Edition details

• Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
• Publication date: 1992
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0471552240
• ISBN 13: 9780471552246
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 586