Essentials of Geology (7th Edition)

Author: Stephen Marshak

Edition: 7th Edition

Publisher: W W Norton & Co Inc

ISBN-10: 039388273X

ISBN-13: 978-0393882735

Publication Date: July 1, 2022

Essentials of Geology remains the gold standard for helping students visualize and understand complex geologic processes, making real-world exploration more impactful than ever. This Seventh Edition introduces innovative 3D specimen and digital elevation models, allowing for the detailed examination of geological sites and specimens with the precision of a field or laboratory setting. These visual tools are paired with specialized exercises to deepen the learning experience.

The text features highly visual “Practice What You Know” and “What Can You See?” activities at the end of each chapter, specifically designed to help students synthesize and apply important concepts just like a professional geologist. Thoroughly updated with the most current events and essential data, this edition reveals the inherent dynamism of geology and highlights the profound ways it impacts our daily lives and the global environment.