Welcome to the new Canadian edition of Earth.

This first Canadian edition retains the hallmark features that professors and students have come to expect of the world's best-selling text in introductory geology, while making every effort to inspire and educate Canadian students specifically.

Please take a moment to browse through this virtual tour of Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology, First Canadian Edition by Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, and Cam Tsujita.

On this tour, you will find:

• A letter from the Publisher outlining the development and features of the Canadian Edition
• The Table of Contents
• The Preface, including Author's Notes and a detailed outline of student's and professor's supplements
• A preview copy of Chapter 21: Energy and Mineral Resources