When German meteorologist Alfred Wegener proposed his theory of continental displacement, later called continental drift, in 1912, his geologist peers rejected his theory. This book helps readers learn how he pieced together a theory that revolutionized the Earth sciences. CONDITION – USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition: Minimal damage to the cover, dust jacket may not be included, minimal wear to binding, most of the pages undamaged(e.g., minimal creases or tears), highlighting / underlining acceptable on books as long as the text is readable and markings are not excessive, no missing pages. May be a former library book, with usual treatments(e.g., mylar covers, call stickers, stamps, card pockets, barcodes, or remainder marks). Extra components, such as CDs, DVDs, figurines, or access codes are not included. ISBN: 9780816061747 ISBN10: 0816061742 Contributors: Spangenburg, Ray, Yount, Lisa, Moser, Diane Kit,