The Encyclopedia of Earth: A Complete Visual Guide [Definitive Illustrated Reference]

Lingua: inglese

Editore: University of California Press, Berkeley & Los Angeles, 2008

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THE STORY OF A PLANET IN PICTURES A substantial and visually impressive reference work that presents the history, structure, and dynamic processes of Earth through hundreds of large-format color illustrations, maps, diagrams, satellite images, and scientific reconstructions. Produced with contributions from an international team of specialists, the volume was designed to make complex earth science accessible through visual presentation without sacrificing scientific rigor. From plate tectonics and ocean trenches to climate systems, polar environments, dinosaurs, minerals, volcanoes, and the evolution of life, the book captures Earth's interconnected systems on a global scale. The lavish illustrations and double-page spreads make it equally useful as a reference, educational resource, and browsing volume for anyone interested in geology, geography, natural history, paleontology, or environmental science. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: Large-format hardcover. 10.75 inches tall. 608 pages with index. Profusely illustrated throughout in full color with photographs, satellite imagery, maps, diagrams, geological reconstructions, timelines, and scientific illustrations. Many dramatic double-page visual spreads. CONDITION: New - No Flaws or Blemishes; Gift Quality. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE - Published during a period of growing public interest in climate science, biodiversity, and earth-system studies, the volume reflects the increasing use of satellite imaging, digital mapping, and advanced visualization techniques in scientific communication. It stands as an ambitious attempt to bring contemporary earth science to a broad readership through visual storytelling. Rather than functioning as a traditional encyclopedia of brief entries, this volume presents Earth as an integrated system. Geological history, oceanography, meteorology, ecology, paleontology, and planetary processes are woven together through richly illustrated thematic sections. Large-format imagery allows readers to visualize ocean-floor topography, glacial landscapes, volcanic systems, ancient ecosystems, and continental-scale geological formations with unusual clarity. SUBJECTS: Earth Sciences; Geology; Plate Tectonics; Oceanography; Paleontology; Dinosaurs; Climate Science; Volcanoes; Polar Regions; Natural History Illustration; Scientific Visualization; Environmental Studies; Natural History; Earth Science; Geology; Scientific Reference; Illustrated Reference.…

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Titolo
The Encyclopedia of Earth: A Complete Visual Guide [Definitive Illustrated Reference]
Autore
Allaby, Michael [General Editor]
Editore
University of California Press, Berkeley & Los Angeles
Anno di pubblicazione
2008
Condizione
New
Sovraccoperta
New
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Rilegato
Lingua
inglese
ISBN 10
0520254716
ISBN 13
9780520254718
Edizione
First Edition.
Peso dell'articolo
10 libbre
Cataloghi dei venditori
NATURAL HISTORY, SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS, TECHNOLOGY

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