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The Nature and Properties of Soils (13th Edition) (Hardcover)

by Nyle C. Brady (Author), Ray R. Weil (Author)
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A Fun, Readable, and Thorough Introduction to Soil Science, June 11, 2002

 

Reviewer: Amber Kerr, Berkeley, CA, USA

 

My "Science of Soils" class at Stanford University (Autumn '01) used "The Nature and Properties of Soils" as our main textbook. It is clearly written, easy to read, and has lots of helpful figures (including graphs, diagrams, drawings, and black-and-white and color photos). The chapters are well organized, so that you can find exactly what you need to know. The authors include hundreds of websites for those who want more information, and make the book more readable by starting off each chapter with a quote and a "big picture" statement.

 

"The Nature and Properties of Soils" has a good mix of theoretical and practical information. Wherever possible, the authors do sample calculations and describe applications for agriculture, ecology, and engineering. They thoroughly cover every major topic in soil science, as well as delving into some more specialized ones (for example, symptoms of micronutrient deficiencies in plants).

 

In conclusion, I've found this textbook to be both very information-rich and very readable, and highly recommend it. (The other day I caught my boyfriend, who's a materials engineer, reading it for fun... that's about the highest accolade any textbook can get!)

 

--This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Description
For Introduction to Soils or Fundamentals of Soil Science courses. Also for courses in Soil Fertility, Forest Soils, Soil Management, Land Resources, Earth Science, and Soil Geography. Now in its thirteenth edition, The Nature and Property of Soils is designed to make the study of soils a fascinating and intellectually satisfying undertaking. This, the most widely-used soils textbook in the world, sets world-class standards for soils education. New photographs, diagrams and special "boxes" make the text much more engaging for readers. The text has an ecological approach that explains the fundamental principles of soil science in a manner that is relevant to students in many fields of study.

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Product Details

  • Hardcover: 960 pages
  • Publisher: Prentice Hall; 13 edition (July 16, 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0130167630
  • ISBN-13: 978-0130167637
  • Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.1 x 1.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 4.8 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #105,471 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Fun, Readable, and Thorough Introduction to Soil Science, June 11, 2002
By Amber Kerr (Berkeley, California, USA) - See all my reviews
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My "Science of Soils" class at Stanford University (Autumn '01) used "The Nature and Properties of Soils" as our main textbook. It is clearly written, easy to read, and has lots of helpful figures (including graphs, diagrams, drawings, and black-and-white and color photos). The chapters are well organized, so that you can find exactly what you need to know. The authors include hundreds of websites for those who want more information, and make the book more readable by starting off each chapter with a quote and a "big picture" statement.

"The Nature and Properties of Soils" has a good mix of theoretical and practical information. Wherever possible, the authors do sample calculations and describe applications for agriculture, ecology, and engineering. They thoroughly cover every major topic in soil science, as well as delving into some more specialized ones (for example, symptoms of micronutrient deficiencies in plants).

In conclusion, I've found this textbook to be both very information-rich and very readable, and highly recommend it. (The other day I caught my boyfriend, who's a materials engineer, reading it for fun... that's about the highest accolade any textbook can get!)

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Good informative book will teach you a lot about soil, August 9, 2005
I first bought this book when we bought a property with trashed-out soil. I've since grown attached to this book, which I find myself referring to. It's clearly written, well organized, and covers so much information. I really think that you can't go wrong with this book, if you want to know about soil (be warned: it doesn't really cover soil microbiology, the living aspect of soil - I'd recommend the book by Robert Tate III; the copy I have is Soil Microbiology 2nd Ed. (c) 2000)

With that said - I've gone through other books but haven't found one that I'd compare to this one. It's just really well done.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An Indispensable Reference, February 11, 2006
By Terry Serres (Minneapolis, MN United States) - See all my reviews
This is the 13th edition of a text that has been the standard in this field for 84 years. Its durability lies in its solid information; clear presentation; and graphics that are as rich as they are numerous. It is peppered with fascinating sidebars. You can dip into it as a reference and find just what you need (assuming you have a foundation in soil science). Even after I moved on to advanced coursework in soils, I found myself referring back to this.

If you have been assigned a soils text for a class, do not go with the abridged version of this, Elements of the Nature and Properties of Soils. It is 1/2 the book for 3/4 of the price (and at discounters the books are priced identically). If you plan to continue studies in the natural sciences, you will want this unabridged version. It's indispensable.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good, but weak about tropical soils
I'm an agronomist.Here in Brazil, I read this book.
This book is long and has many informations.
Every agronomist must read, a book such as this. Read more
Published on November 8, 2006 by Dalton C. Rocha

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply excellent
The first time I ran into this book was at the public library, while serching reference material for my daughter's science project. Read more
Published on July 8, 2005 by Harold L. Rodriguez

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent.. A classic introduction to soil science..
I had this text (by Buckman & Brady), for "Soil Science 200" back in 1965. This edition, now with Buckman and Weil still follows the basic design of the original work. Read more
Published on March 20, 2002 by Kersi Von Zerububbel

5.0 out of 5 stars Soils come Alive!
As a student, this book has picked my interest in soils and related studies. This most updated version has many informative and helpful graphs, charts, pictures, and links to... Read more
Published on December 8, 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent 'get started' book and bookshelf reference book
We use Brady for teaching Intro to Soil Science - It is an excellent resource and one that I tell students they will be able to refer to with a soils question whatever their field... Read more
Published on May 22, 2001 by Jacqui

5.0 out of 5 stars A good book of general Soil Science
It's a good book for someone who has just started exploring Soil Science for it goes through all the aspects of soil from structure and hudraulics to fertility and pollution.
Published on January 5, 2000 by Ytzan

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is used as the course text for Intro to Soils @ UC
This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested or majoring in soil science. It provides the basis for soil morphology and introduces some soil chemistry concepts... Read more
Published on August 10, 1998

4.0 out of 5 stars Science in the dirt.
I read the 8th edition and still have it on my shelf. It covers chemicals well and describes the experiments that provide the text with truth and relevance. Read more
Published on December 20, 1997 by Peter Timusk

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