Geology: A Complete Introduction: Teach Yourself: A step-by-step Teach Yourself guide to use at home, school or college
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'This is the best book on the subject that I have read, it's brilliant, wide ranging, easy to read , doesn't use tech jargon and its been designed to help you learn about the subject, not just read a book . ' - desertcart 5 star review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ' Excellent for beginners like myself.' - desertcart 5 star review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What processes and physical materials have shaped the planet we live on? Why do earthquakes happen? And what can geology teach us about contemporary issues such as climate change? From volcanoes and glaciers to fossils and rock formations, this user-friendly book gives a structured and thorough overview of the geology of planet Earth and beyond. Geology: A Complete Introduction outlines the basics in clear English, and provides added-value features like a glossary of the essential jargon terms, links to useful websites, and examples of questions you might be asked in a seminar or exam. Topics covered include the Earth's structure, earthquakes, plate tectonics, volcanoes, igneous intrusions, metamorphism, weathering, erosion, deposition, deformation, physical resources, past life and fossils, the history of the Earth, Solar System geology, and geological fieldwork. There are useful appendices on minerals, rock names and geological time. Whether you are preparing for an essay, studying for an exam or simply want to enrich your hobby or expand your knowledge , Geology: A Complete Introduction is your essential guide. Review: Excellent introduction to the study of geology - Excellent introduction to the study of geology. It is written in an engaging and straightforward way, with questions to answer at the end of each chapter to enable understanding to be checked. There are copious diagrams to aid comprehension. Review: Great book for my studies - Excellent book full of b+w pics and demonstrations of all sciences. The only reason for 4* is due to been written around 20 yrs ago a lot has changed so be careful if using for essay/exam purposes as some information and facts have changed.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 767 Reviews |
C**T
Excellent introduction to the study of geology
Excellent introduction to the study of geology. It is written in an engaging and straightforward way, with questions to answer at the end of each chapter to enable understanding to be checked. There are copious diagrams to aid comprehension.
S**T
Great book for my studies
Excellent book full of b+w pics and demonstrations of all sciences. The only reason for 4* is due to been written around 20 yrs ago a lot has changed so be careful if using for essay/exam purposes as some information and facts have changed.
J**M
The book that finally helped me understand!
I am fascinated by geology and have bought several wonderful books that are aimed at 'interested general public' like me . However, I was learning lots but feeling it wasn't making a coherent picture or fitting together and I really struggled to remember it all (and yes, more excursions to actually see and experience it will help, I know!). As soon as I picked this book up I felt the approach was the key to getting an overall logical idea of this huge subject and the writer explains things within that structure in an approachable way which I found really enlightening. Now all the wonderful ideas in the other books on my shelf are coming to life too and fitting in with each other and I no longer feel as though I am wading through shifting sand. Many thanks to the author!
A**R
Easy to read
Good book for anyone wanting to gain introductory geological knowledge
C**Y
My nephew loves it
My nephew loves it
A**R
Fairly presented
A fairly adequate starter
H**S
A very well structured introduction
I have an interest in geology and a desire to learn about the processes that shape our planet and how rocks tell earth's story. I've purchased several books. Some were too complex for my level of understanding ( I plan to revisit these once I have finished Geology A Complete Introduction). One, I just didn't get along with. Geology A Complete Introduction was just what I was looking for. It's well structured, which helps the learning process. There are plenty of diagrams, which I found very informative. There is a recap quiz at the end of each chapter and also recommendations for further reading. I would certainly recommend this book.
A**R
... small fortune on geology books and this is the best book on the subject that I have read
In the last 10 years I have spent a small fortune on geology books and this is the best book on the subject that I have read, it's brilliant, wide ranging, easy to read, doesn't use tech jargon and its been designed to help you learn about the subject, not just read a book. With this and a good text book like A Geological History of Britain you will have the lot at your finger tips, the processes, big picture, detail, everything.
A**U
Best introduction to geology
Perfect book for someone who has not studied the subject but wants to learn more. Will start broad and general and build on this knowledge to go deeper, very relevant and well built! I didn't want to put it down, I couldn't believe it was a geology book!
A**R
Good introductory book. But cannot be used for notes or for exams..
Just too simple..
J**B
Interessant boek
Goed leesbaar voor niet engelstalige. Interessant als intro voor de leek. Goed te volgen.
E**Y
Brief and comprehensive
Highly recommendable. Gives an excellent overview of geology.
D**C
A book to get me started understanding geology
Prompt. After an initial look the book seems to be as described.
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