Published December 2007
Written from a multidisciplinary perspective by one of the field’s preeminent researcher/instructors, Earth’s Climate: Past and Future became a classroom favorite by providing an expert summary of climate change past, present, and future. The new edition incorporates coverage of climatological events and research discoveries in the seven years since the first edition, most importantly the now broadly accepted understanding that humans play a major role in warming the planet. It also incorporates changes designed to make the material more accessible to an introductory-level audience.
Published January 2005
Earth System History shows how Earth's ecosystem has developed over time, and how events in the past can help us deal with present and future changes. Key themes and concepts are examined and a range of examples given, from the extinction of the dinosaurs to drilling off the shore of New Jersey, to demonstrate real - world examples of Earth system history in action. Clear and concise, this introduction to historical geology will be an invaluable guide for students of geology and earth science.
Published December 2005
Now in its, 4th edition, the accessible introduction to vulcanology returns, combining excellent science with clear language and true stories. Enlivened by first-hand descriptions and stunning photographs, the new edition now has three new chapters on Volcanoes in the solar system, the Pinatubo Volcano and the Yellowstone National Park. There has also been detailed updating throughout with greater coverage of calderas, all-new coverage on Mount St. Helens and the introduction of a new companion website.
Published December 2003
One of the world’s most respected seismologists provides a concise overview of the history of earthquakes and seismology, including topics such as geologic faults, intensity patterns, plate tectonics, tsunamis and the protection of people and property.
Published March 2008
The Essential Earth is a whole new way to open students’ eyes to the physical world around them, to learn how scientists explore it, and what we need to do to both protect ourselves from it (hazards) as well as protect it from us (global change). In just 14 chapters, it offers a well-focused introduction to the basics of geology that emphasize the process of science and how humans interact with Earth.
Published 2006
The field of physical geology continues to evolve with new tools, new ideas, new approaches. And Understanding Earth - always the leader in innovation - continues to evolve, too. Working closely with Frank Press and Ray Siever, the new co-authors, John Grotzinger and Tom Jordan, have introduced a wealth of recent data and applications to keep the science in the text on the cutting edge.
Published December 2005
Petrology, 3rd edition successfully builds upon the strengths of its predecessor, but now also includes fresh and engaging features to bring the book to the forefront of today's teaching. New chapters on Volcanism, new appendices and sharper photos make this a must-have for all students of petrology. In addition to these changes, Petrology has been thoroughly updated throughout and remains the only text of its kind to cover all three different rock types.
Published December 2005
An accessible introductory text for geology students, which encompasses both sedimentary rocks and stratigraphy. Sedimentary Geology utilizes important current research in tectonics and sedimentation and focuses on crucial geological principles. The text covers a wide range of topics, including trace fossils, mudrocks, diagentetic structures, and seismic stratigraphy. Contributions from chemistry, physics and structure are drawn upon throughout the book. The Second Edition includes new sections on peri-glacial environments and the use of palesols; new research covering recent thoughts about aragonite/calcite seas; new developments in organodiagenetic dolomite models; and perspective on the effect of drastic historical changes in the earth and findings on these changes in the sedimentary record.
