Die Entstehung der Kontinente und Ozeane

In this extensively revised edition, the pioneering ideas of continental drift are presented with fresh evidence and far more detailed argumentation than ever before. The author weaves together observations from land bridges, ocean permanence, and isostasy to illustrate how continents might have once been joined and later shifted apart. New sections explore polar movements and the forces behind continental motion, drawing on recent expeditions that compare trans‑Atlantic distances and the striking Europe–Greenland data.

Beyond the core theory, the book delves into the nature of deep‑sea beds, their magnetic properties, and the surprising simplicity revealed by dredging surveys. It also tackles the skeptics’ objections, clarifying common misunderstandings and integrating responses from leading geologists of the era. Readers are encouraged to visualize the concepts with a globe, as the author stresses that maps alone can distort the planet’s true geometry. The revised text offers a compelling mix of rigorous science and lively scholarly dialogue, making it an insightful listen for anyone curious about Earth’s ever‑shifting face.