An essential field guide for geology lovers. Praise for the hardcover edition: "...[a] very interesting title..."—American Reference Books Annual Written by a team of eminent geologists and educators, The Field Guide to Geology, New Edition features clear graphics and simple field-guide procedures to guide hikers through the great outdoors. A revised and updated edition of a best-seller, this helpful resource offers readers ready access to the subject. This edition features 200 new two-color illustrations (more than 750 in all), updated graphs and tables, as well as two new chapters titled "Monitoring the Earth's Changes" and "Geologists of Note." This volume's lucid, easy-to-follow text covers all the key rudiments of geology and will provide nature lovers with a useful reference to various geological phenomena. Topics covered include: Air currents Composition Desertification Greenhouse effect Ice changes Seafloor profiling Seismic activity Submersibles Tides Waterflow and more.
ASIN: 0816065101
VSKU: PKV.0816065101.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Lambert, David|Diagram Group
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: A well-loved companion. Corners and cover might show a little wear, and you could find some notes or highlights. The dust jacket might be MIA, it might have been a library book and extras aren't guaranteed—but the story's all there!