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Geosystems: An Introduction to Physical Geography, Global Edition Robert Christopherson

Name: Geosystems: An Introduction to Physical Geography, Global Edition By Robert Christopherson
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Geosystems: An Introduction to Physical Geography, Global Edition by Robert Christopherson

For Introductory Physical Geography Courses
Among the most highly regarded in physical geography, Robert Christopherson's bestselling texts are known for their meticulous attention to detail, currency, accuracy, and rich integration of climate change science. Geosystems: An Introduction to Physical Geography, 9th Edition is uniquely organised to present Earth systems topics as they naturally occur: atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and biosphere. This interconnected and organic systems-based approach is highlighted in the strong pedagogical tools, structured learning path, and up-to-date information found in the text. This new edition presents bold new features that cultivate an active learning environment both in and outside the classroom.

About Robert Christopherson

About our authors

Robert W. Christopherson attended California State University-Chico for his undergraduate work and received his Masters in Geography from Miami University-Oxford, Ohio. Geosystems evolved out of his teaching notes and was his graduate thesis: this is his life's work. He founded the geography program of American River College faculty. His wife Bobbe is his principal photographer and has provided more than 300 exclusive photos for each of his books. Together they have completed nine polar expeditions (most recently in spring 2010). They attended the 2004 Arctic Climate Impact Symposium in Reykjavik, Iceland to acquire photo and video coverage and research. Robert is the recipient of numerous awards, including the 1998 and 2005 Text and Academic Authors Association Textbook Award for Geosystems and Elemental Geosystems, 4th Edition, respectively. He was selected by American River College students as Teacher of the Year and received the American River College Patrons Award. Robert received the 1999 Distinguished Teaching Achievement Award from the National Council for Geographic Education and the Outstanding Educator Award from the California Geographical Society in 1997. The Text and Academic Authors Association presented him with its Presidents' Award in 2005. Amongst many other things, Robert has been deeply involved in the development of Pearson's Geoscience Animation Library, and he led the editorial board of Rand McNally's Goode's World Atlas, 22nd Edition.

Ginger H. Birkeland received her undergraduate degree from the University of Colorado, Boulder, and her M.A. and PhD in Geography from Arizona State University, with a focus in fluvial geomorphology. She taught physical geography at Montana State University and summer field courses at the Indiana University Geologic Field Station in Montana. Ginger worked as a professional river guide for 17 years on the Colorado River in Grand Canyon, as well as on rivers in Australia and throughout the U.S. West. She also worked as a geomorphology consultant on several government-funded projects, including the Truckee River Recovery Plan in California and Nevada. She has worked as a coauthor with Robert Christopherson on Geosystems and Elemental Geosystems since 2010.

Table of Contents:

1. Essentials of Geography

PART I

The Energy-Atmosphere System

2. Solar Energy to Earth and the Seasons

3. Earth's Modern Atmosphere

4. Atmosphere and Surface Energy Balances

5. Global Temperatures

6. Atmospheric and Oceanic Circulations

PART II

The Water, Weather, and Climate Systems

7. Water and Atmospheric Moisture

8. Weather

9. Water Resources

10. Global Climate Systems

11. Global Climate Change

PART III

The Earth-Atmosphere Interface

12. The Dynamic Planet

13. Tectonics, Earthquakes, and Volcanism

14. Weathering, Karst Landscapes, and Mass Movement

15. River Systems

16. Oceans, Coastal Systems, and Wind Processes

17. Glacial and Periglacial Landscapes

PART IV

Soils, Ecosystems, and Biomes

18. The Geography of Soils

19. Ecosystem Essentials

20. Terrestrial Biomes

Appendix A Maps in this Text and Topographic Maps

Appendix B The Koppen Climate Classification System

Appendix C Common Conversions

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CIN1292057750G

ISBN 13

9781292057750

ISBN 10

1292057750

Title

Geosystems: An Introduction to Physical Geography, Global Edition by Robert Christopherson

Author

Robert Christopherson

Condition

Used - Good

Binding type

Paperback

Publisher

Pearson Education Limited

Year published

2014-08-19

Number of pages

696

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