Authors: Reed Wicander, James S. Monroe
HISTORICAL GEOLOGY: EVOLUTION OF EARTH AND LIFE THROUGH TIME teaches students basic geologic principles as well as how scientists apply these principles to unravel Earth?s history. Wicander and Monroe present a balanced overview of both the geological and
biological history of Earth as a continuum of inter-related events. These events reflect the underlying principles and processes that have shaped our planet. The authors also explain the historical development of these basic principles and processes, and their importance in deciphering Earth history. Three
major themes?time, evolutionary theory, and plate tectonics?are woven together throughout the book. These themes help students link…
The authors give a strong explanation of biological evolution, from its earliest
unicellular origins to the present. Much fossil and DNA evidence is summarised. Including recent findings in fossil…
