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Essentials of Geology, Second Edition

by Stephen Marshak

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Synopses & Reviews

Publisher Comments:

This accessible introduction integrates traditional geologic concepts with the most recent theoretical advances, among them theories of plate tectonics and Earth systems science. The Second Edition has been carefully updated, including coverage of recent events such as Hurricane Katrina, and offers unparalleled multimedia tools for instructors and students.

Book News Annotation:

This textbook offers students a highly accessible introduction to the study of geology. Fundamental concepts from the fields of plate tectonics and Earth systems science are integrated throughout the text. The second edition features new material on comparative planetary geology. The volume is lavishly illustrated with color drawings, maps, and photographs. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Synopsis:

Based on the best-selling Earth: Portrait of a Planet, Essentials of Geology offers the same engaging writing, spectacular artwork, and helpful pedagogy as the parent text in a more concise format.

Synopsis:

'\'A substantial revision of an already successful text, the Third Edition of Essentials of Geologycombines an accurate and engaging narrative with exceptional visual and pedagogical elements.\\n

\''

Synopsis:

'\'Based on the best-selling Earth: Portrait of a Planet, Essentials of Geologyoffers the same engaging writing, spectacular artwork, and helpful pedagogy as the parent text in a more concise format.\\n

\''

Synopsis:

It is supported by a complete learning and teaching package. Innovative media, such as Geotours'"which take students on virtual field trips using GoogleEarth"make it possible for instructors to bring real-world geology to life in the classroom.

Synopsis:

It is supported by a complete learning and teaching package. Innovative media, such as Geotours'"which take students on virtual field trips using Google Earth"make it possible for instructors to bring real-world geology to life in the classroom.

About the Author

Stephen Marshak is Professor of Geology and Head of the Department of Geology at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. He holds a Ph.D. from Columbia University, an M.S. from the University of Arizona, and a B.A. from Cornell University. He has served as Chair of the Division of Structural Geology and Tectonics of the Geological Society of America. Dr. Marshak has written numerous research articles on topics in structural geology and tectonics, and has authored or co-authored three other books: Basic Methods of Structural Geology; Earth Structure: An Introduction to Structural Geology and Tectonics; and Essentials of Geology.

Product Details

ISBN:
9780393928150
Publisher:
W. W. Norton & Company
Subject:
Geology
Author:
Marshak, Stephen
Author:
Cram101 Textbook Reviews
Subject:
Earth Sciences - Geology
Subject:
Education-General
Edition Number:
2
Edition Description:
Student Ancillary
Abridged:
Y
Publication Date:
20060629
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
College/higher education:
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
545
Dimensions:
10.9 x 9 x 1 in 3.2 lb
Essentials of Geology, Second Edition
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Product details 545 pages W. W. Norton & Company - English 9780393928150 Reviews:
"Synopsis" by , Based on the best-selling Earth: Portrait of a Planet, Essentials of Geology offers the same engaging writing, spectacular artwork, and helpful pedagogy as the parent text in a more concise format.
"Synopsis" by , '\'A substantial revision of an already successful text, the Third Edition of Essentials of Geologycombines an accurate and engaging narrative with exceptional visual and pedagogical elements.\\n

\''

"Synopsis" by , '\'Based on the best-selling Earth: Portrait of a Planet, Essentials of Geologyoffers the same engaging writing, spectacular artwork, and helpful pedagogy as the parent text in a more concise format.\\n

\''

"Synopsis" by , It is supported by a complete learning and teaching package. Innovative media, such as Geotours'"which take students on virtual field trips using GoogleEarth"make it possible for instructors to bring real-world geology to life in the classroom.
"Synopsis" by , It is supported by a complete learning and teaching package. Innovative media, such as Geotours'"which take students on virtual field trips using Google Earth"make it possible for instructors to bring real-world geology to life in the classroom.
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