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Earth's Landscape : An Encyclopedia of the World's Geographic Features [2 Volumes] by Joyce A. Quinn and Susan L. Woodward is a nonfiction available to read on EtoBox.

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This unusual encyclopedia brings together in-depth information on more than 450 natural geographic features from around the world and offers an array of creative tools to promote critical thinking and classroom discussion. With Earth undergoing rapid environmental change, students and the general public alike should be knowledgeable about the world's geographic features. This authoritative, two-volume reference enables readers do just that. It describes continents and oceans; individual mountains, islands, caves, and rivers; and ecological entities such as wildlife refuges and national parks. Each entry provides a geographic overview of the feature's significance, location, description, geologic history, biota, protected areas, and environmental issues. But the coverage goes even deeper so that entries also discuss the cultural importance of each natural place, covering everything from indigenous beliefs to traditional folklore to contemporary legends. The encyclopedia stands apart from other works not only in the depth of its coverage but also in its range. It discusses lesser known as well as prominent geographical features and offers critical thinking aids that will help student

Who reads Earth's Landscape : An Encyclopedia of the World's Geographic Features [2 Volumes]?

Author

Joyce A. Quinn and Susan L. Woodward

Publisher

ABC-CLIO, Credo Reference

Published

2015

Language

EN

ISBN

9788216076958

Category

nonfiction

Subjects

Historical Fiction, Nature, Travel