{"product_id":"9780128010938","title":"Understanding Geology Through Maps","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eUnderstanding Geology through Maps\u003c\/i\u003e guides young professional geologists and students alike in understanding and interpreting the world’s dynamic and varying geological landscapes through the liberal use of visual aids including figures, maps, and diagrams.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis highly visual reference introduces the skills of interpreting a geological map and relating it to the morphology of the most important types of geological structure. Thoroughly revised, and with more international examples, it is ideal for use by students with a minimum of tutorial supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaps of geological structures provide all of the realism of a survey map without the huge amount of data often present, so readers can develop or hone their skills without becoming overwhelmed or confused. In particular, emphasis is placed throughout on developing the skill of three-dimensional visualization so important to geologists.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthored by a master geologist with more than 40 years of experience in research and instruction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures more than 130 figures, diagrams, and illustrations—many in full color—to highlight major themes and aid in the retention of key concepts \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeads to a broad understanding of Earth’s geology through the use of real and theoretical map\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExercises conclude each chapter, making it an ideal tool for self-guided and quick study \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Elsevier Science","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47106247295216,"sku":"9780128010938","price":69.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780128010938_p0.jpg?v=1763639334","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780128010938","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}