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In its first edition, Soils established itself as the leading textbook in the fields of pedology and soil geomorphology. Expanded and fully updated, this second edition maintains its highly organized and readable style. Suitable as a textbook and a research-grade reference, the book's introductory chapters in soil morphology, mineralogy ...
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Soils: Genesis and Geomorphology Soils: Genesis and Geomorphology is a comprehensive and accessible textbook on all aspects of soils. The book’s introductory chapters on soil mor-phology, physics, mineralogy and organisms prepare the reader for the more advanced and thorough treatment that follows. Unlike other books on soils,
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- Praise for the First Edition:
- – The Canadian Geographer
- – Environmental Conservation
- Dedication
- Francis D. Hole in 1978 (1932–2002)
- A New Psalm (inspired by Psalm 19)
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
‘Schaetzl and Thompson have done it. They took a book that was already unique among soil science books and made it better. This comprehensive textbook is a perfect read for soil scientists . . . The book is the perfect teaching tool because the instructor who reads and uses it becomes so much more informed about pedology. . . . I enjoyed reading th...
‘The writing is clear and concise, and the authors’ enthusiasm for their subject material is obvious. . . . an excellent textbook for upper-level undergraduate and graduate level courses in soil geography, pedology, and geomorphology.’
‘. . . a big book in size, concept, and ideas. . . . lavishly illustrated . . . Each section is often approached in quite fresh and new ways. . . . wonderful.’
‘. . . a rare textbook: well-written, comprehensive, up-to-date, thought-provoking, and refreshingly opinionated. . . . well-suited for any course in pedology or soil geomorphology, whether it is taught in a geography, geology, or soil science program.’ – Joseph A. Mason, Department of Geography, University of Wisconsin-Madison ‘. . . an excellent ...
We dedicate this volume to those who have inspired us to write it – through their lifelong scholarship, insatiable curiosity about the world around them, and their willingness to share it . . . innovative thinkers who have made many, including us, stop and think about the world through different intellectual “filters”. . . scholars who make soils f...
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The earth beneath the feet of all runners and walkers Declares the glory of God, our cherisher! The roots of trees and grasses, the mole And all organisms in the rich realm of darkness . . . These are God’s handiwork. Our life in the realm of sunlight Is upheld by the vital earth. God made it so. All creatures that live on the land depend on the so...
This book is about pedogenesis and soil geography. To some, this is a dificult and challenging area of study, because a geographic approach to soils requires synthesis of the many physical, chemical, and biological systems that have interacted to form the soils that blanket most landscapes. Plus, these landscapes change through time. Our purpose in...
It is impossible to thank adequately the many, many peo-ple who have made this book possible by inspiring us, assisting us, and, yes, funding us. All we can say is THANK YOU again and again. This is your book too. Too many to name, those of particular note are: Dr. Sharon Anderson wrote two chapters in edition 1 and, because of a heavy teaching and...
Apr 6, 2015 · Although introductions to widely used soil classification systems are included, theory and processes of soil genesis and geomorphology form the backbone of the book. Replete with more than 550 high-quality figures and photos and a detailed glossary, this book will be invaluable for anyone studying soils, landforms, and landscape change anywhere on the globe.
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- Randall J. Schaetzl, Michael L. Thompson
Feb 13, 2024 · Although introductions to widely used soil classification systems are included, theory and processes of soil genesis and geomorphology form the backbone of the book. Replete with more than 550 high-quality figures and photos and a detailed glossary, this book will be invaluable for anyone studying soils, landforms, and landscape change anywhere on the globe"--
Apr 6, 2015 · Soils: Genesis and Geomorphology. In its first edition, Soils established itself as the leading textbook in the fields of pedology and soil geomorphology. Expanded and fully updated, this second edition maintains its highly organized and readable style. Suitable as a textbook and a research-grade reference, the book's introductory chapters in ...
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May 5, 2005 · Typically Soil Genesis is taught in conjunction with Soil Classification, rather than Soil Geomorphology. Therefore such courses (and books) cover similar information on Soil Genesis, but lectures (and chapters) are organized around the higher taxonomic classes (Soil Orders), instead of soil processes such as in this book. Soil Classification ...
- Randall J. Schaetzl, Sharon Anderson
