Tectonic Geodynamics

how the solid Earth system operatesUses a no prerequisites approach supported by an extensive appendix that includes a calculus and linear algebra primer and coverage of key topics such as coordinate systems and spectral analysisIncludes a wealth of exercises and end-of-chapter review questionsAn ideal textbook for advanced undergraduates and graduate students in geology, geophysics, and related fields such as physics and engineeringInvaluable for self-study and as a self-contained resource for researchersSupporting materials provided for instructors, including an instruction guide, full-color illustration package, and sample syllabi [Publisher's text]