Physical Geology [Hardcover]

Charles (Carlos) C Plummer (Author), David McGeary (Author), Diane Carlson (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0072933534 | ISBN-13: 978-0072933536 | Publication Date: January 8, 2004 | Edition: 10

"Physical Geology, 10/e" is the latest refinement of a classic introductory text that has helped countless students learn basic physical geology concepts for over 20 years. Students taking introductory physical geology to fulfill a science elective as well as those contemplating a career in geology will appreciate the accessible writing style and depth of coverage in "Physical Geology, 10/e". Hundreds of carefully rendered illustrations and accompanying photographs correlate perfectly with the chapter descriptions to help the reader quickly grasp new geologic concepts. Numerous chapter learning tools and a rich Online Learning Center website further assist students in their study of physical geology. For professors, McGraw-Hill offers a complete supplement package consisting of slides, transparencies, computerized testbank, PowerPoint lectures, and digital images of every single piece of artwork and photograph in the text. These valuable supplements will make teaching easier and assist in fully conveying important concepts to students. McGraw-Hill is committed to adding considerable quality to each new edition of "Physical Geology" in the form of new and revised content, artwork, supplements, and media technology. Professors can adopt "Physical Geology, 10/e" with confidence and count on the authors and McGraw-Hill to help them most effectively teach introductory physical geology to their students.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Carlos Plummer is a professor at California State University - Sacramento.

retired from California State University, Sacramento

Diane Carlson is a professor at California State University - Sacramento.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 580 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math; 10 edition (January 8, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0072933534
• ISBN-13: 978-0072933536
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 9 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #92,765 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #23 in Books > Professional & Technical > Professional Science > Earth Sciences > Geology > Physical

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Worthwhile Resource, June 10, 2008

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Tom Silverwater (Manchester, UK) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Physical Geology (Hardcover)

This book provides a great frame of reference and perspective on the subject of Geology. It provides a well-structured overview of the subject, as well as a good guide for practical learning. It is an attractive book, and the content is surprisingly accessible, so it is suitable for a non-specialist audience as well as those studying it as a prescribed text.

The book is also well made and contains some excellent images. It's a little pricey, but worth having on your bookshelf, especially if you can pick up a copy secondhand.

16 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very Detailed, September 24, 2005

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R. Cavallero (Clarksville, TN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Physical Geology (Hardcover)

This is a very detailed textbook. If you want to learn about Geology in great detail this is the book for you. I recently learned that a new version will be coming out soon. I know this because my university will not buy the book back since the new edition will replace this edition next semester. If you plan on buying this book wait because the price will go down as soon as the new edition comes out.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very easy to read, lots of images, June 22, 2007

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Dennis G. Wilburn (Radcliff, KY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Physical Geology (Hardcover)

This book is so well spelled out about geology. It was actually fun to read. If you dont use it for a colleg class, use it to make yourself smarter.