Download or read book Foundations of Earth Science written by Frederick K. Lutgens and published by Prentice Hall. This book was released on 2005 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For introductory courses in Earth Science. The brief, paperback version of the best-selling Earth Science is designed for introductory courses in earth science. This highly visual, non- technical survey emphasizes broad, up-to-date coverage of basic topics and principles in geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. The text's flexible design lends itself to the diversity of Earth science courses in both content and approach. As in previous editions, the main focus is to foster student understanding of basic earth science principles.