Glossary of Geology, 5th Edition [Hardcover]

Klaus K. E. Neuendorf (Editor), James P. Mehl Jr. (Editor), Julia A. Jackson (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0922152764 | ISBN-13: 978-0922152766 | Publication Date: October 20, 2005

The fifth edition of the Glossary of Geology contains nearly 40,000 entries including 3,600 new terms and nearly 13,000 entries with revised definitions from the previous edition. Additions and changes reflecting both advances in scientific thought and changes in usage make this 800+ page hardbound reference tool indispensable to professional earth scientists and students. In addition to definitions, many entries include aids to syllabication and background information. The Glossary draws its authority from the expertise of the more than 100 geoscientists in many specialties who have reviewed definitions and added new terms.

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From the reviews of the fifth edition: "Progress in the earth sciences goes so fast, however, that it can only be welcomed that a new, enlarged edition has been made available now. … Considering the wealth of information in this giant volume, and considering the relatively rare omissions and imperfections, I think that the price is certainly not too high. I will personally frequently use it … . Libraries that did not buy an earlier edition now have the chance to buy this impressive new edition … ." (A. J. (Tom) van Loon, Journal of Sedimentary Research, April, 2006)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 800 pages
• Publisher: American Geological Institute (October 20, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0922152764
• ISBN-13: 978-0922152766
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.4 x 1.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #541,350 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best geological dictionary available, June 26, 2008

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This review is from: Glossary of Geology, 5th Edition (Hardcover)

I've used various editions of this book throughout my 35-year career as an engineering geologist. This is THE definitive geological dictionary in the English language (and I suspect any other language). Nothing else comes remotely close.

This book doesn't pretend to be anything other than what it says on the cover - a glossary. No fancy colors, pictures, tables. Just the facts, clearly explained, in an attractive, easy to read font.

Any office that employs professionals who rely heavily on geology needs this book in its reference library. And just in case you think that the Internet has made books like this obsolete, think again. Nothing online matches the comprehensiveness of this major work.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Geology Key Reference, September 20, 2008

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Garry Maurath (Sacramento, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Glossary of Geology, 5th Edition (Hardcover)

The AGI Glossary is a key reference for any professional geologist. In many cases it is faster to find a reference in the glossary rather than search the internet, and often the explanation in the AGI glossary is more complete.

This is a great x-mas or b-day gift.

Garry

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and very helpfull, July 15, 2008

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This review is from: Glossary of Geology, 5th Edition (Hardcover)

Glossary of Geology, 5th Edition

This is an excellent and very helpfull book on geological terms. Includes almost every known term and includes all possible usages of these terms. Absolutely nessesary for any geologist, students in geology and any related specialist as well.