Dictionary of the Earth Author:John Farndon An exciting and original thematic encyclopedia idea for home, school, or college use, Earth explains over 2,000 key words in geography, geology, meteorology, oceanography, paleontology, and ecology. Thematic arrangement allows readers to access information by subject and explore related topics. Specially commissioned full-color illustrations exp... more »lain the workings of our planet. Full explanations make understanding the Earth easier than ever. Fully indexed and cross-referenced, Earth was prepared in consultation with leading educational experts.« less