Earth Science: An Integrated Perspective

Earth science is traditionally subdivided into astronomy, meteorology, geology, and oceanography and (the authors) have not ignored this practice. What is different about (their) approach is the integration (they) achieve within the limitation of an easy-to-read, relatively short exposition.... This text offers a very practical logic behind the scientific method and scientific inquiry because of the book's focus on the planet as the personal home of its readers. The intended audience of this book is the entry-level college student whose scientific background is limited and whose interest can be enhanced by a storylike, conversational style. -Pref.