Understanding Earth

Synopsis

A electronic version of the text ‘Understanding Earth’ by Frank Press and Raymond Siever, with additional diagrams, photos, 3-D animation, laboratory demonstrations, mini-documentaries, archival footage, and an aerial survey of North America. Focuses on major processes and basic principles, with an emphasis on environmental issues. Shows how knowledge of geology is linked to its uses, both in practical ways and in the making of policy decisions.

Language

English

Country

United States

Medium

Video; CAV Videodisc. NTSC format.

Year of production

1994

Availability

Sale; 2000 sale: £369.95 (+VAT inc. p&p)

Documentation

Accompanying guide keyed to the text.

Uses

Introductory physical geology courses.

Subjects

Geography; Geology

Keywords

deserts; earth; earthquakes; minerals; rivers; rocks; volcanoes; winds

Credits

Writer

Frank Press; Raymond Siever

Production Company

Name

Videodiscovery Inc

Sponsor

Name

Freeman (W H) & Company Ltd

Distributor

Name

Macmillan Distribution Ltd, Houndmills, Basingstoke, Hants RG21 6XS, tel 01256 302699, fax 01256 364733, www.palgrave.com

Web

http://www.palgrave.com External site opens in new window

Phone

01256 302699

Fax

01256 364733

Address

Macmillan Distribution Ltd
Houndmills
Basingstoke, Hants
RG21 6XS