The Solid Earth: An Introduction to Global Geophysics

by C.M.R. Fowler

Book Overview

The second edition of this acclaimed textbook has been brought fully up-to-date to reflect the latest advances in geophysical research. It is designed for students in introductory geophysics courses... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521385903
• ISBN13: 9780521385909
• Release Date: June 1990
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 490 Pages
• Weight: 2.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 8.0" x 10.0"

Customer Reviews

Solid Text - Physics Oriented

This is indeed a fine text. I think it is easier to read and work through if one has a strong background in physics (vs. geology) as the methodology is quite similar to the standard approach in physics, i.e. make a conjecture based on some physical intuition, attempt to derive relevant equations from basic principles, and then apply those equations. Geology is typically more descriptive and slightly less rigorous so I would imagine someone approaching this text from a geology dominated background might have a harder time reading it than a person coming to geophysics from physics or math.

Outstanding Text

This is an outstanding text that is widely respected. Before I developed my own notes, I used it in my classes at the University of Oklahoma. Fowler is very clear in her explanations and coverage. The first review here reads like a disgruntled student and does this fine book a disservice.