Restless Earth : A Beginners Guide to Plate Tectonics (Hardback)

Although the ground seems solid and immovable, the Earth we walk on is in a constant state of change. The imperceptibly slow shifting of the Earth under our feet has immense effects--some of which, such as volcanoes and earthquakes, are catastrophic.

The Essential Science series makes the difficult and fascinating world of cutting-edge science accessible to everyone with a stimulating mix of lively illustrations and jargon-free text. Important scientific theories are explained clearly in these authoritative guides that feature cross-references, glossaries, and thorough indexes.