A Dictionary of Geology and Earth Sciences (Oxford Quick Reference) Review Review from previous edition I marvel at how the editors have compressed so much so clearly (Nature)can really claim to offer comprehensive coverage of the earth sciences (Times Educational Supplement) 				    	 					 About the Author Michael Allaby has written many books on environmental science and especially on climatology and meteorology. He is the General Editor of several Oxford Dictionaries, including the Dictionaries of Environment and Conservation, Ecology, Plant Sciences, and Zoology.