A clear and concise introduction to soil science for students of other disciplines such as urban forestry and forestry. Organised into seven chapters covering topics such as Soil formation – Particles, structures & water – Soil surfaces, acidity and nutrients – Soil survey and classification and the relationship between soil and man. Paperback: 208 pages
"...It is rare that texts are found combining ease of understanding with a solid scientific foundation. The subtitle of this text 'a clear and concise introduction to soil science' does indeed sum up this book. Its clarity of production and focus on key aspects of science and human interaction make it a great guide for the beginner and a 'must-buy' for the library." British Ecological Society, Teaching Ecology Group Newsletter "I can wholeheartedly recommend this book to students whose course includes a module of soil science, and indeed recommend it to students on soil science degrees as a general introduction or a last minute revision guide." John S. Conway, Royal Agricultural College, Cirencester