Physical Geology: Earth Revealed [Paperback]

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

Book Description

Publication Date: September 12, 2006 | ISBN-10: 007325648X | ISBN-13: 978-0073256481 | Edition: 7

Physical Geology: Earth Revealed is appropriate for introductory physical geology classes. This text, which includes the same information as the market-leading Physical Geology - 11th edition, by Plummer/Carlson, is for the instructor who prefers to cover plate tectonics early in the course. . .

The seventh edition has been updated to include the most current information from the various sub-disciplines that comprise physical geology. The book�s purpose is to clearly present geologic processes so that students can understand the logic of scientific methods. This text features an outstanding art program and a proven, accessible writing style.. .

This text continues to be used as the official textbook to accompany the Annenberg CPB distributed telecourse for physical geology. .

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About the Author

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

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

retired from California State University, Sacramento

Product Details

• Paperback: 640 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math; 7 edition (September 12, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 007325648X
• ISBN-13: 978-0073256481
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 9 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #431,277 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 A Wonderful Text, November 11, 2005

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Marja M. Roberts "petcreatures78" (Pueblo, CO USA) - See all my reviews
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I used this text for my Geology 101 class. The testing your knowledge and the terms for each chapter help even the geologically challenged understand the material. The text is beautifully illustrated and will be the first college text I won't sell immediately after the semester ends.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Earth Revealed revealing, December 27, 2010

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Antonio Kuilan "NaturaTek" (New Jersey) - See all my reviews
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Attending a Geology class, my Professor gave a 5 minute insight on course materials. The course required Earth Revealed 11-12th edition, and he was genuine enough to explain 'editions'. He told us if we have a earlier edition of the book it would suffice just fine. That 'editions' is what keeps the author in business which is usually the same exact information with new book cover art and small changes. In some circumstances they'll rearrange chapters and add modern events replacing old events as analogies. With this said, it doesn't mean you can attend a 2010 class and use a edition from the 18th century he joked; use common sense.
The whole college book thing is a scam in my opinion. The modern version of the book was 160$ which I rented a *used* copy for $63. After returning the book I found a 5th edition on Amazon, a good used book for $5. I remembered what the professor said and decided to see for myself. Clicked, added to cart, and removing from mailbox a few days later I was amazed. The exact same information was there, with a few minor differences. Some of the differences included events. Example the fifth edition (2003) had a photo from Taiwan's 1993 earth quake while the recent edition published in 2009 showed a photo of the Tsunami in 2006. Another difference was the art work, just like Professor stated. Example, the introductory chapter page for each chapter, had river rocks bordering it while the newer edition had like a mountain scene. You might find a few different diagrams between both, but depicting the same theory. In fifth edition I found paragraph titles colored, 'convergent plate boundaries' was bold and purple while it was bold and black in newer edition. In all honesty, I find the fifth edition more easy to digest and more aesthetically pleasing.

Don't be afraid to purchase a class book a few editions earlier, especially a introductory book. Don't be afraid to ask a professor if it's ok to use a certain edition; you'll probably find all of them saying it's ok. You won't be doing any class reading from the book except listening to lectures and the reading is solely your responsibility. These types of books often included a free weblink to the book where you'll find updated information/animations/etc. The link for this book is [...] You can click the 'what's new' and see what's been added to the book or revised.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very Good Textbook, March 24, 2007

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Physical Geology: Earth Revealed, by Diane Carlson, is a very informative and complete geology textbook. The book is full of excellent photos that really bring the subject matter to the forefront. One of the books true hi-lights are the various "Reading Boxes" included with each chapter. These reading boxes take more in-depth looks at the various topics in the books. The textbook is well-written and somewhat enjoyable. It is organized in a very easy to follow manner.