Soil Science Simplified

by Donald P. Franzmeier, William W. McFee, John G. Graveel

Throughout its previous four editions, Soil Science Simplified has helped generations of students understand the basic concepts and scientific principles of soils. The Fifth Edition expands on that foundation, providing a perfect overview for those seeking a concise, practical introduction to the subject. The authors’ combined 100 years of teaching experience result in a handbook that won’t confuse or intimidate students. The Fifth Edition retains the text’s solid grounding in classification, genesis, and morphology of soils. New chapters cover such contemporary topics as soil mineralogy, soil moisture regimes, current soil survey practices, and how soil management practices directly affect the quality of a variety of water resources.

Genres: Science

198 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 1, 1994

Reviews

[Kara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good introduction to soil science with useful charts for illustration. It focuses just on soils of the United States - but, given how geographically varied the country is, that still gives you plenty of soil types to study.

[Moon Captain · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very simple and brief. Probably not a reference book you want or need to own but I'd grab it from the library if you want to learn the basics about soil formation etc

[Eleanor Jude · Rating 4 out of 5]

Shit was this handy.

[Tomherndon · Rating 4 out of 5]

straightforward summary - probably intended more for a person running a larger operation than I intend to run with a bunch of raised beds and a front lawn. I have a better appreciation of chemistry at work as a result.

[Kirsten Frank · Rating 3 out of 5]

A little overly simplified.

[Jonathan · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book; good primer on soils, but would have enjoyed a little more depth. I know it is "simplified" but maybe by too much.