Essential Soil Science

This textbook is aimed at the majority of students, who need to
quickly acquire a concise overview of soil science. Many current
soil science textbooks still cater for a traditional student market
where students embark on three years study in a narrow discipline.
The growth in modular degree schemes has meant that soil science is
now often taught as self-standing unit as part of broad based
degree program. Students pursuing this type of course are
increasingly reluctant to purchase expensive textbooks that are too
detailed and often assume a scientific background. For those opting
to specialise in soil science there are a variety of good textbooks
to choose from. This short informative guide, will be particularly
useful for students who do not possess a traditional scientific
background, such as those studying geography, environment science,
ecology and agriculture.

* * Only textbook to cater for introductory courses in soil
science.

* Provides an affordable concise overview of soil science.

* Learning exercises and chapter summaries enhance
usability.

* Annotated suggestions for further reading.

* Based on proven and successful modular course structure.

* Emphasis on readability and interactive learning.

* No scientific background assumed.