Soil Science Simplified (Paperback)

~ (Author), D. P. Franzmeier (Author)

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Product Description

This useful handbook was written for those who want to become acquainted with the basic concepts and principles of soils but are not ready for an extensive study. Includes an assortment of helpful tables, maps and line drawings.

From the Publisher

Title of related interest from Waveland Press: Anderson, Weed Science: Principles and Applications, Third Edition (ISBN 9781577665250).

Product Details

• Paperback: 162 pages
• Publisher: Waveland Press; 4 Sub edition (December 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0881338133
• ISBN-13: 978-0881338133
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #78,294 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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34 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Read it twice, February 25, 2004

By	MZ (Novinger, MO United States) - See all my reviews

As they say, don't judge a book by its cover. At first glance, this paperback book appears to be a lightweight study guide. Upon reading it, however, you will find it to contain a mountain of technical information. Every page offers so many relevant details that you will need to read it twice, just to absorb them all. Fortunately, it is not written in a dry, jargonistic manner. As the title implies, the scientific principles involved are simplified for easier digestion and application. This makes the information all the more useful. And although it is not a full-fledged textbook, a prospective reader will still benefit from having a basic knowledge of chemistry before opening this book, because it is not a kids' book either. Take some notes as you read, and you will find it be a real learning experience.

32 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars beginner soil science, February 23, 2000

By A Customer

This book is great for somebody just starting out in soil science. It explains the basics of soil science very well. I would also recommend this book for anybody interested in learning more about the concepts behind agriculture. Although the entire book may not apply to agriculture, it is completely enriching non-the-less!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Soil Science Simplified, August 10, 2005

By	B. J. Mead (NJ USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The book was for a soil science class I was taking. The text seems to be translated from another language, as the sentence structure is very difficult in many places. This is a "beginner's" text, and as such was useful.