Earth Features and Their Meaning An Introduction to Geology for the Student and the General Reader

** "Earth Features and Their Meaning" by William Herbert Hobbs is an introductory geology book that teaches students and general readers about the evolution of Earth's landscapes due to geological forces. The book highlights the importance of viewing the Earth's features through both historical and present day lenses. It starts the reader off with the basics of the field, talking about sub-disciplines within the field and why it is important to observe features in the field. Hobbs explains how geological processes and the shape of the land are connected and that change is a constant process. The readers are reminded to use observation skills and keep an open mind when studying the Earth rather than making assumptions. As the book begins, it prepares the reader to journey into the geological past and discover the processes which created today’s world. **