An Introduction to Applied Geostatistics

By Edward H. Isaaks and R. Mohan Srivastava

Book Overview

In Applied Geostatistics, the authors demonstrate how simple statistical methods can be used to analyze earth science data. They explain how various forms of the estimation method called kriging can be employed for specific problems. A case study of a simulated deposit is the focus of the book. This model helps the student develop an understanding of how statistical tools work, serving as a tutorial to guide the reader through his or her first independent geostatistical study. The text is aimed primarily at students of mining geology and engineering.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0195050134
• ISBN13: 9780195050134
• Release Date: January 1990
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 592 Pages
• Weight: 1.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.2" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Great Book

This is the second time I have purchased this book as I have mis-placed my original copy. The book is very readable and easily explains what is a complex topic - Geostatistics.

Second hand in great quality

I didn't expect a second hand book with this quality, it's like a new one!

Very good introduction to Geostatistics

This book is an excellent introduction to the somewhat difficult field of geostatistics. The examples in the book are based on the analysis of a digital elevation model transformed into data variables. This approach works very well and the explanatory text is very readable and understandable. Initially I thought that the math would make difficult reading but I am pleased to be wrong. The basics of Geostatistics can be understood from this book without having to translate the formulae ! An alternative very quick introduction to Geostatistics may be found in Burrough and McDonnell - Principles of Geographical Information Systems pp 132-161. My background is in Geology & GIS.

Excellent introduction into the field

This book does an excellent job outlining the theoretical background and applications of geostatistics. After an overview and explanation of a concept (often involving some mathematical notation) the authors drop back and give an "intuitive" approach to the subject that I find incredibly beneficial. I am a self-taught student of geostats, and this book is my tutor. While I would prefer some formal instruction to augment this text, the text is excellent and a must-read for any student of the field.

Well written, comprehensive and approachable

This book is a great book for people seeking to understand geostatistics, without the painfull math associated with the topic. The text is well written, with usfull examples in each chapter.