The Blue Planet: An Introduction to Earth System Science

By Brian J. Skinner

Book Overview

A unique introduction to the holistic view of the Earth. Stresses the systems approach, showing the energy flows and links between the Earth's different parts--the atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere and the solid Earth--and the balance in the global environment that exists as a result of these interactions. Every chapter opens with a topical essay dealing with research on the subject matter and closes with a guest essay written by a researcher in the field. Special attention has been paid to select full-color artwork and photographs which illuminate discussions.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0471540218
• ISBN13: 9780471540212
• Release Date: October 1994
• Publisher: Wiley
• Length: 576 Pages
• Weight: 3.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.1" x 0.9" x 8.7"

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