Earth's Dynamic Systems

by W. Kenneth Hamblin, Eric H. Christiansen

This Tenth Edition maintains its solid coverage of the two major energy systems of Earth: the plate tectonic system and the hydrologic cycle. Boasting a new four-part organization, this renowned book contains current content and a striking illustration package, while exposing readers to a global view of Earth and helping them look at the world as geologists do. Part I introduces geologic systems, the materials modified by these systems, and geologic time. Part II examines the hydrologic system and its subsystems chapter by chapter. Part III explores the details of the tectonic system and includes chapters on divergent, transform, and convergent boundaries, as well as mantle plumes?the subsystems of the tectonic system. Part IV looks at our planet in two ways: by first examining the geologic resources that make life possible, and then by comparing and contrasting Earth with other planets to reveal how unique our planet is. For professionals with a career or interest in geology, Earth science, and/or environmental science.

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Geography, Geology, Textbooks, Natural History

740 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1970

Reviews

[Peter · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book itself does its job, but the version we used in my geology class was the freely downloadable online release. This does not include scans of the covers, and some exercises want the maps that are supposedly in them. I've never seen them.

[Anjuli · Rating 5 out of 5]

The absolute best geology text book. It has great pictures and diagrams, plus it's just plain awesome. Honestly, it's one of my favorite non-fiction books.