Introducing Geology: A Guide to the World of Rocks - Brossura

Park, Graham

Brossura

ISBN 10: 1903765641 ISBN 13: 9781903765647

Casa editrice: Dunedin Academic Pr Ltd, 2006

Riassunto

Our world is made of rock. Although much of the Earth's surface is covered by vegetation, concrete, or water, if one digs down far enough solid rock will always be found. Those who live in a landscape where rock outcrops are obvious will have wondered about the kind of rocks they are looking at and how they came to be where they are now. This introductory book explains in simple terms what geology can tell us about the world. Many objects of great beauty which excite our curiosity, such as crystals or fossils, are to be found by examining rocks. Those searching for and examining such objects gain much more by knowing how and when they originated. In particular, fossils-while interesting in themselves-demonstrate to us from their context in geological time, the biological evolution, and these clues give an insight into the origins of life on earth. This copiously illustrated book includes a glossary of terms.

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Recensione

An ideal introduction to geology or even as as a study companion for the geology student who would like a broader view of what he or she is learning. For the price it is well worth the investment, and is an ideal purchase for the novice seeking to learn more about the science of geology. --Geological Curator

Of the first edition: a great little book...in this book Graham Park has captured the spirit of geology...packed with essential information...For the price, basic level geology books do not come any better --Geoscientist

Of the first edition: a bargain for anyone wanting a general introduction to the science of geology... with an almost fully comprehensive coverage of the subject. --Teaching Earth Sciences

L'autore

Graham Park is Emeritus Professor of Geology at the University of Keele.

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Dunedin Academic Pr Ltd
• Data di pubblicazione: 2006
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1903765641
• ISBN 13: 9781903765647
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 134
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile