Geology and Landscape Evolution 3rd Edition

Geology and Landscape Evolution, 3rd Edition by Joseph A. DiPietro is a clear, authoritative guide to the processes that shape Earth’s surface. Combining rigorous geology with accessible explanations, this edition presents how plate tectonics, weathering, erosion, sedimentation, and climate interact to create the landscapes we see across the globe.

This book draws readers in with richly illustrated chapters that blend theory and observation: from mountain building and river dynamics to glacial sculpting, coastal change, and arid-land processes. DiPietro’s engaging narrative links short- and long-term geologic forces, helping students and professionals understand landscape evolution across multiple timescales and settings. Global case studies and geographic examples make complex concepts tangible and relevant to regions worldwide.

Ideal for undergraduate courses in geomorphology, physical geology, and earth-surface processes, as well as for field geologists and environmental planners, the 3rd edition emphasizes scientific reasoning, practical field interpretation, and map-based analysis. Readers gain tools to interpret topography, recognize tectonic signatures, and assess landscape response to climate and human impact.

Whether you’re preparing for fieldwork, teaching a course, or building a professional reference shelf, this edition delivers a balanced, modern synthesis of geology and landscape evolution. Add Geology and Landscape Evolution (3rd Edition) by Joseph A. DiPietro to your collection for a comprehensive, visually engaging resource on how Earth’s surface has been—and continues to be—shaped.

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