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4th Edition Now in Press!

Dr. William Harbert, Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Geology and Planetary Science, has updated his popular text book, "Planet Earth and the New Geosciences" by Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company. The fourth edition, now in press, is the ultimate guide for historical geology courses as well as courses in other Earth and planetary science disciplines.

Fourth edition with two CDROMs, by Victor A. Schmidt and William Harbert approaches the understanding of historical geology and Earth science by studying the vast stretches of geologic time. Although the essential processes that have shaped Earth are slow-acting, all parts of Earth's surface show evidence of profound and numerous changes. Planet Earth first discusses the dynamics of land, ocean, atmosphere, and climates of Earth, then applies this knowledge with the studies of other planets and celestial bodies. This comprehensive guide also addresses issues concerning energy resources, the balance of nature, and the impact of man.

Third Edition: Kendall/Hunt Publishing, 1998, ISBN 0-7872-7621-9; (pb).

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    First Announced: June 4, 2003

  • Last Updated: Wednesday, 30-Jan-2008 12:26:22 EST