The book presents groundbreaking ideas that laid the groundwork for modern geology, emphasizing the importance of uniformitarianism—the concept that the Earth's processes operate in the same manner today as they did in the past. Written by Sir Charles Lyell, it was published in three volumes between 1830 and 1833, influencing scientific thought and advancing the understanding of geological time and processes. This work remains a pivotal reference in the study of Earth's history and geological formations.
Principi di geologia Serie
Questa serie si addentra nel regno accattivante della geologia, esplorando i processi che hanno plasmato il nostro pianeta nel corso di eoni. Ogni volume svela progressivamente gli intricati strati della crosta terrestre, le forze tettoniche in gioco e le dinamiche dei processi superficiali. Offre profonde intuizioni sul passato della Terra, fornendo le conoscenze fondamentali per comprenderne il presente e il futuro.
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The foundational text explores the principles of geology, significantly influencing modern geological thought. Written by Sir Charles Lyell and published in three volumes from 1830 to 1833, it lays the groundwork for understanding geological processes and the Earth's history, emphasizing the importance of observing current geological phenomena to interpret the past.
Principles of Geology; Volume 3
- 470pagine
- 17 ore di lettura