Physical Geology Today - Softcover

Nance, Damian; Murphy, Brendan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0199965552 ISBN 13: 9780199965557

Publisher: OUP USA, 2015

Synopsis

Physical Geology Today combines a deep integration of plate tectonics with an emphasis on conceptual understanding in order to paint an integrated picture of how Earth works. Damian Nance and Brendan Murphy blend clear engaging prose with hundreds of meticulously crafted illustrations to tell a clear and accessible geologic story that introduces the right amount of terminology at the right time.

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Review

The authors present an excellent, progressive history of the development of plate tectonics that students should be able to follow. It is, quite frankly, the best presentation of this topic that I have read in an introductory textbook. (Daniel Hembree, Ohio University)

I really like the writing style. It is clear, expository, and also accurate and unambiguous. I actually thought I was reading a textbook written by John McPhee in a few passages, and I cannot think of a higher compliment to pay to the authors. (Stephen D. Lewis, California State University-Fresno)

Physical Geology Today is an excellent textbook for introductory courses, because it uses clear language and real-world examples to engage students without oversimplifying big concepts. (Julie Hoover, Durham Technical Community College)

The level of writing is perfect for beginning science students. The authors weave the story together well, incorporating bits of information from other chapters in order to promote the 'big' picture. (Stacey Verardo, George Mason University)

A visually compelling, easy to access text. (John Van Hoesen, Green Mountain College)

The level is appropriate for anybody who actually wants to learn the science of geology. This text enables students to have enough information to develop much needed (and called for) critical thinking skills in the geologic domain. (Scott Brame, Clemson University)

This text is well written, easy to follow and interesting for students. These authors clearly know how to make geology interesting. (Tim Bralower, Penn State University)

This is first-rate text that brings geology to readers in an accessible and exciting way. (Joachim Dorsch, St. Louis Community College-Meramec)

The check your understanding questions and review questions area great features that will help students. (John Creasy, Bates College)

About the Author

Damian Nance is Distinguished Professor of Geological Sciences at Ohio University. Damian has twice received the College of Arts and Sciences Outstanding Teacher Award, has been twice nominated for the University's Outstanding Graduate Faculty Award, and has toured as a distinguished lecturer for the Atlantic Provinces Intercollegiate Council for the Sciences. He has also worked for the Department of Energy, Argonne National Laboratories, Exxon Production Research Company, and Cominco America. In addition to being the author of over 150 papers, Dr. Nance is a Fellow of the Geological Society of America, former Editor of GSA Today, upcoming Editor of Lithosphere, and Associate Editor of Gondwana Research and Geoscience Frontiers. Brendan Murphy is Professor of Earth Sciences at St. Francis Xavier University. Brendan is an engaged teacher who has supervised more than 50 undergraduate theses and still manages to maintain an active research program that has allowed him to publish over 165 papers. He has been honored for his service to the discipline with the Geologic Society of America's Distinguished Service Award and with the Geologic Association of Canada's J. Willis Ambrose Medal. Few geoscientists can match Dr. Murphy's record of excellence in professional endeavor, dedication to education, and record of service to the profession. Dr. Nance and Dr. Murphy have collaborated together for 28 years, publishing their first joint paper in 1987. Since then, they have coauthored over 100 papers and two books.

About this edition

• Publisher: OUP USA
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 0199965552
• ISBN 13: 9780199965557
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 768