Geosystems : An Introduction to Physical Geography

Christopherson, Robert W.

ISBN 10: 0130668249 / ISBN 13: 9780130668240

Published by Pearson Education, Limited, 2002

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Synopsis:

This textbook supplies an introduction to the major aspects of physical geography: the energy-atmosphere system; the water, weather, and climate systems; the earth-atmosphere interface; and, soil, ecosystems, and biomes. Particular chapters discuss the seasons, global temperatures, atmospheric and oceanic circulation's, weather, water resources, tectonics and volcanism, weathering, river systems and landforms, the oceans, glaciers, soil geography, and the human factor. The book is heavily illustrated with maps, graphs, and color photographs. Christopherson's credentials are not noted. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

From the Publisher: From the very first page, the student is drawn into excitement of contemporary physical geography and the challenge of exploring the home planet. This text offers a distinctive integration of human-Earth relationships, an applied flavor, scientific correctness, and extraordinary currency. The new edition builds on the great success of the first two editions with its thorough, current coverage of physical geography. Geosystems presents the most up-to-date information about Earth's physical systems available in an introductory text--all viewed through the spatial analysis approach unique to physical geography. The text is supported by a superior cartographic and illustration program, including 210 new photographs, 80 remotely- sensed images, and 75 maps that have been re-rendered or are new to this edition.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Geosystems : An Introduction to Physical ...
Publisher: Pearson Education, Limited
Publication Date: 2002
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
Edition: 5th Edition.