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Geology & the lithosphere

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Geology & the lithosphere

Paperback. "A fine treatment of this critical time in geology's history. Although it goes against our standard histories of the field, Laudan defends her views convincingly. Her style is direct, with carefully reasoned personal opinions and interpretations clearly defined." Jere H. Lipps, "The Scientist"" Series: Science & Its Conceptual Foundations S. Num Pages: 290 pages, 16ill. BIC Classification: 3JD; 3JF; 3JH; PDX; PNV; RBGK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 424.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Edition
0002-
Number of pages
290
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226469478
ISBN
9780226469478
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 30.35

Paperback. Num Pages: 586 pages, 2 plates, 33 line drawings. BIC Classification: RBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 140 x 33. Weight in Grams: 707.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226497945
ISBN
9780226497945
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 33.08

Paperback. Num Pages: 352 pages, Fr.9ill.1M. BIC Classification: RBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 218 x 142 x 19. Weight in Grams: 436.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226497976
ISBN
9780226497976
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 50.74
€ 43.98

Paperback. Num Pages: 620 pages, 4 halftones, 93 engravings. BIC Classification: RBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 217 x 143 x 32. Weight in Grams: 722.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
620
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226497990
ISBN
9780226497990
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 50.74
€ 44.10

Paperback. In 1849, news of the discovery of gold in California triggered an enormous wave of emigration toward the Pacific. Lured by the promise of riches, thousands of settlers left behind the forests, rain, and fertile soil of the eastern United States in favor of the rough-hewn lands of the American West. This title brings their perspective to life. Num Pages: 352 pages, 89 halftones, 10 line drawings. BIC Classification: 1KBBW; HBJK; HBLL; RBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 227 x 25. Weight in Grams: 528.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226519623
ISBN
9780226519623
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 14.99

Paperback. Examines literary evidence and government and scientific documents to uncover the history of changing attitudes towards wetlands in the American Midwest. This text charts the changes brought about in scientific research agendas, government policies, and farmers' strategies for managing their land. Series: University of Chicago Geography Research Papers S. Num Pages: 410 pages, 35 maps, 30 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPQB; KCN; RBG; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 550.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
410
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226682839
ISBN
9780226682839
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 50.99
€ 39.42

Hardcover. For most of history, people trusted mythology or religion to provide an answer to the pressing question of the earth's age. This title tells the fascinating story of how scientists and philosophers examined those clues and from them built a chronological scale that has made it possible to reconstruct the history of nature itself. Translator(s): Venerella, John. Num Pages: 481 pages, 12 halftones, 27 line drawings, 3 tables. BIC Classification: JFCX; RBGF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 60 x 90 x 32. Weight in Grams: 796.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
481
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226712871
ISBN
9780226712871
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 25.90

Hardback. This monograph attempts to unlock the mechanics of sedimentation, focusing on the production, accumulation and preservation of organic matter in marine and lacustrine sediments. The contributors cover a range of geological ages, as well as temperature and organic matter types. Editor(s): Whelan, Jean; Farrington, John W. Num Pages: 533 pages, illus. BIC Classification: RBGB; RBGD; RBKC; RBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 260 x 185 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1316.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
533
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231071628
ISBN
9780231071628
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 140.94
€ 107.04

Hardback. Applying the principles and practice of solid mechanics to the forms of fold structures and their mode of origin, this monograph shows how many quantitative results can be derived from elementary analysis. These results are then used to interpret structural features and their formation. Num Pages: 461 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: RBG; TBJ; TGMD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 165. Weight in Grams: 908.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Edition
0th Edition
Number of pages
461
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231084840
ISBN
9780231084840
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 107.11
€ 82.11

Hardback. How will patterns of human interaction with the earth's eco-system impact on biodiversity loss over the long term--not in the next ten or even fifty years, but on the vast temporal scale be dealt with by earth scientists? This volume brings together data from population biology, community ecology, comparative biology, and paleontology to answer this question. Editor(s): McKinney, Michael L.; Drake, James A. Num Pages: 552 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RBG; RBX; RNC; RNF; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 152 x 35. Weight in Grams: 908.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Edition
0th Edition
Number of pages
552
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231104142
ISBN
9780231104142
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 136.43
€ 103.52

Hardback. Addressing the history of the earth in terms of geological process and the resolution of the fossil record, Martin presents a lucid report on the current state of knowledge of a group of interconnected themes-process, scale and hierarchy, and methodologies of historical sciences. Series: The Critical Moments and Perspectives in Earth History and Paleobiology. Num Pages: 272 pages, 64 illus. BIC Classification: RBGF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 165 x 19. Weight in Grams: 590.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Edition
0th Edition
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231109048
ISBN
9780231109048
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 140.94
€ 107.04

Hardback. Sweeping research on the frozen continent of Antarctica is yielding insights of global importance. Num Pages: 232 pages, 158 colour images + 5 black-&-white illustrations, with 3 maps. BIC Classification: 1MTS; RBGD; RNPG; RNT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 212 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1206.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Yale University Press
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300187007
ISBN
9780300187007
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 50.99
€ 36.53

Hardcover.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
WW Norton & Co United States
Edition
Second International Student Edition
Number of pages
672
Condition
New
SKU
V9780393117806
ISBN
9780393117806
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 59.76
€ 59.42

Hardcover. Scientists must understand carbonate reservoir geology in order to maximize oil recovery from natural reserves. This timely book provides a comprehensive explanation of carbonate reservoirs, beginning with discussions about the formation of carbonates. Num Pages: 296 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RBGG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 257 x 178 x 19. Weight in Grams: 666.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470164914
ISBN
9780470164914
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 125.18

Paperback. Solved Problems in Geostatistics brings together exercises and projects that demonstrate key principles and build strong bridges between theory and practice. Each chapter focuses on a comprehensive topic with examples and problems for a technologically evolving audience. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBT; RBG. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 252 x 187 x 14. Weight in Grams: 392.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470177921
ISBN
9780470177921
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 120.77

Hardcover. The new Second Edition of Glacial Geology provides a modern, comprehensive summary of glacial geology and geomorphology. It is has been thoroughly revised and updated from the original First Edition. This book will appeal to all students interested in the landforms and sediments that make up glacial landscapes. Editor(s): Bennett, Matthew M.; Glasser, Neil F. Num Pages: 400 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RBGD. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 249 x 172 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1006.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
400
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470516904
ISBN
9780470516904
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 155.40

Hardcover. Coastal Geomorphology, Second Edition is a comprehensive and systematic introduction to this subject and demonstrates the dynamic nature of coastal landforms, providing a background for analytical planning and management strategies in coastal areas that are subject to continuing changes. Num Pages: 436 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RBGD; RGBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 196 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1092.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
436
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470517291
ISBN
9780470517291
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 198.54

Paperback. Earth Resources and Environmental Impacts uses everyday examples and current issues to help readers understand how mineral, water and energy resources - and the impacts of their use and extraction - affect their daily lives. Num Pages: 560 pages, illustrations (black and white), maps (black and white). BIC Classification: RBGL; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 256 x 205 x 18. Weight in Grams: 930.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
576
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470564912
ISBN
9780470564912
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 146.31

Hardcover. Professor Li's World Atlas of Oil and Gas Basins is a fresh and comprehensive treatise of the distribution of the world's hydrocarbon reserves. Num Pages: 496 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.), maps (chiefly col.). BIC Classification: GBC; RBGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 301 x 219 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1820.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
496
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470656617
ISBN
9780470656617
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 131.23

Hardcover. Climate Forcing of Geological Hazards provides a valuable new insight into how climate change is able to influence, modulate and trigger geological and geomorphological phenomena, such as earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions and landslides; ultimately increasing the risk of natural hazards in a warmer world. Editor(s): McGuire, Bill; Maslin, Mark A. Num Pages: 326 pages, Illustrations (black and white, and colour), maps (black and white, and colour). BIC Classification: RBG; RBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 247 x 195 x 21. Weight in Grams: 894.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
326
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470658659
ISBN
9780470658659
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 146.96
€ 134.34

Hardcover. * Review and synthesis of the occurrence and strategic importance of critical metals * Deals with each of the key metals in a separate chapter * Does not assume high level of geological knowledge * Co-published with the British Geological survey . Editor(s): Gunn, Gus. Series: Wiley Works. Num Pages: 454 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 201 x 256 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1204.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
456
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470671719
ISBN
9780470671719
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 136.05

Hardcover. Num Pages: 584 pages. BIC Classification: RBGD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 216. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470684054
ISBN
9780470684054
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 128.57

Hardcover. Desertification offers a comprehensive overview of the subject and clearly emphasizes the link between local and global desertification processes and how past and current policy has affected arid environments and their populations. This text adequately applies the research undertaken during the last 15 years on the topic. Num Pages: 344 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RBGD; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 174 x 20. Weight in Grams: 678.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
344
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470714485
ISBN
9780470714485
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 165.43

Paperback. Considering peatlands as a whole ecosystem, Peatland Systems and Environmental Change provides a unique, timely look at the consequences of the functioning of peatlands to the paleoenvironmental record, carbon cycling, and conservation issues. Num Pages: 312 pages, maps. BIC Classification: RBGB; RNF; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 186 x 244 x 19. Weight in Grams: 596.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
312
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470844106
ISBN
9780470844106
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 110.67

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