The Penguin Dictionary of Geology

by Philip Kearey

Book Overview

The science of geology is going through a remarkable period of expansion and advancement. The New Penguin Dictionary of Geology contains over 7,500 fully updated definitions, making it the most extensive dictionary of the Earth sciences ever produced. It includes a full bibliography of up-to-date works covering all areas of geology. Authoritative and accessible, this new edition will prove invaluable to researcher, student, and amateur geologist...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B01LYQUV3C
• ISBN13: 9780140514940
• Release Date: November 2001
• Publisher: Penguin Group
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.0" x 7.6"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

Dictionary of Geology

It is the most helpful book I've ever had for this subject- very clear, and concise but highly informative.

An excellent all round glossary of geological terms.

This new edition seems to be both a step forwards and a step backwards, at the same time. The list of terms that are explained is exhaustive. In that sense it is an improvement on the earlier edition. Many geographic terms that are relevant to geology have been included for the first time. However, all the diagrams have been omitted (due to space / price constraints?), and if a picture can paint a thousand words...... Overall though an essential text for any student of geology worth their (rock) salt!!