Highlights
The Most Accessible and Current Coverage in the Field
The Second Edition confirms Essentials of Geology’s reputation as the most accessible and up-to-date concise text in the field. Its seamless incorporation of recent advances—earth systems science, theories of plate tectonics, and the study of Earth’s history in connection with the history of life—emphasizes the interconnectedness of geologic phenomena and cycles in lively, clear prose.
Unrivaled Art Program
The First Edition broke new ground by offering an art program that is as visually appealing as it is pedagogically sound. The four-color satellite images, two-page synoptic paintings by Gary Hincks, and “What a Geologist Sees” sections—visual renderings of central geologic processes covered in the text—have been substantially expanded for the Second Edition. In addition, all photographs and figures have been enlarged.
Expanded Pedagogy
In addition to the student resources offered on the CD-ROM and the website, the Second Edition adds exceptional new in-text pedagogy to clarify and reinforce important concepts. New case studies focus on how humans interact with geology, both negatively and positively, underscoring the text’s attention to contemporary environmental issues. In addition, Gary Hincks has added three new mid-chapter spreads—Energy, Mineral Resources, and Oceans and Coasts.
New Coverage of Comparative Planetary Science
The remarkable success of the recent NASA Mars Rover mission is allowing scientists, for the first time, to closely compare the geology of Earth with the geology of another planet. This exciting subdiscipline has the potential to teach us more about our own planet’s history. The Second Edition includes cutting-edge coverage of the 2004 mission.
Outstanding Print and Multimedia Ancillaries
The Second Edition provides the most engaging and effective instructional support package in the field. The popular animations of geologic processes, ideal both for personal study and for use in lectures, have been substantially expanded, as has the collection of lecture-ready art and photographs. New to this edition are editable lecture outlines, zoomable art, and in-class quizzes written by Stephen Marshak and suited for use with electronic polling systems.
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