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Books > Earth & environment > Earth sciences > Geology & the lithosphere > Geological surface processes (geomorphology) > General

Sea Ice Analysis and Forecasting - Towards an Increased Reliance on Automated Prediction Systems (Hardcover): Tom Carrieres,... Sea Ice Analysis and Forecasting - Towards an Increased Reliance on Automated Prediction Systems (Hardcover)
Tom Carrieres, Mark Buehner, Jean-Fran ois Lemieux, Leif Toudal Pedersen
R3,641 Discovery Miles 36 410 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This book provides an advanced introduction to the science behind automated prediction systems, focusing on sea ice analysis and forecasting. Starting from basic principles, fundamental concepts in sea ice physics, remote sensing, numerical methods, and statistics are explained at an accessible level. Existing operational automated prediction systems are described and their impacts on information providers and end clients are discussed. The book also provides insight into the likely future development of sea ice services and how they will evolve from mainly manual processes to increasing automation, with a consequent increase in the diversity and information content of new ice products. With contributions from world-leading experts in the fields of sea ice remote sensing, data assimilation, numerical modelling, and verification and operational prediction, this comprehensive reference is ideal for students, sea ice analysts, and researchers, as well as decision-makers and professionals working in the ice service industry.

The Continental Drift Controversy: Volume 1, Wegener and the Early Debate (Paperback): Henry R. Frankel The Continental Drift Controversy: Volume 1, Wegener and the Early Debate (Paperback)
Henry R. Frankel
R2,149 Discovery Miles 21 490 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Resolution of the sixty year debate over continental drift, culminating in the triumph of plate tectonics, changed the very fabric of Earth science. This four-volume treatise on the continental drift controversy is the first complete history of the origin, debate and gradual acceptance of this revolutionary theory. Based on extensive interviews, archival papers and original works, Frankel weaves together the lives and work of the scientists involved, producing an accessible narrative for scientists and non-scientists alike. This first volume covers the period in the early 1900s when Wegener first pointed out that the Earth's major landmasses could be fitted together like a jigsaw and went on to propose that the continents had once been joined together in a single landmass, which he named Pangaea. It describes the reception of Wegener's theory as it splintered into sub-controversies and geoscientists became divided between the 'fixists' and 'mobilists'.

Soil Erosion at Multiple Scales - Principles and Methods for Assessing Causes and Impacts (Hardcover): Frits Penning De Vries,... Soil Erosion at Multiple Scales - Principles and Methods for Assessing Causes and Impacts (Hardcover)
Frits Penning De Vries, Fahmuddin Agus, John Kerr
R4,136 Discovery Miles 41 360 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Approaches to research on the causes and impacts of soil erosion have changed significantly over recent years. Whereas biophysical research traditionally utilized small, carefully-managed erosion plots, models and methods are now available to study impacts of broad scale management on the hydrology and water quality of catchments and even river basins. Corresponding research tools have been developed for social and economic analysis at the household, farm and community levels. This book reviews the latest developments in such soil erosion studies. These are considered on a matrix of scales, from plot to river basin, and from farm to national policy. Some chapters review background issues while others consider specific methods. Conclusions of working groups are presented in another chapter. The book is based on papers presented at a workshop held in Indonesia in November 1997, and includes authors from Europe, America, Australia and Asia, as well as from several of the CGIAR centers.

Geospatial Technologies for Resources Planning  and Management (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2022): Chandra Shekhar Jha, Ashish Pandey,... Geospatial Technologies for Resources Planning and Management (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2022)
Chandra Shekhar Jha, Ashish Pandey, V.M. Chowdary, Vijay Singh
R4,084 Discovery Miles 40 840 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This book focuses on the application of geospatial technologies for resource planning and management for the key natural resources, e.g. water, agriculture and forest as well as the decision support system (DSS) for infrastructure development. We have seen in the past four decades that the growing complexities of sustainable management of natural resources management have been very challenging. The book has been written to leverage the current geospatial technologies that integrate the remotely sensed data available from various platforms, the precise locational data providing geospatial intelligence, and the advanced integration tools of Geographical Information Systems (GIS). Geospatial technologies have been used for water resources management employing geomorphological characteristics, analysis of river migration pattern, understanding the large-scale hydrological process, wet land classification and monitoring, analysis of glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF), assessment of environmental flow and soil erosion studies, water quality modelling and assessment and rejuvenation of paleochannels through groundwater recharge. Geospatial technologies have been applied for crop classification and mapping, soil moisture determination using RISAT-1 C-band and PALSAR-2 L-band sensors, inventory of horticulture plantations, management of citrus orchards, crop yield forecasting, rice yield estimation, estimation of evapotranspiration and its evaluation against lysimeter and satellite-based evapotranspiration product for India to address the various issues of the agricultural system management. Geospatial technologies have been used for generation of digital elevation model, urban dynamics assessment, mobile GIS application at grass root level planning, cadastral level developmental planning and e-governance applications, system dynamics for sustainable development, micro-level water resources planning, site suitability for sewage treatment plant, traffic density assessment, geographical indications of India, archaeological applications and disasters interventions to elaborate various issues of DSS for infrastructure development and management. Geospatial technologies have been employed for the generation and reconciliation of the notified forest land boundaries, and also the land cover changes analysis within notified forest areas, forest resource assessment, management and monitoring and wildlife conservation and management. This book aims to present high-quality technical case studies representing the recent developments in the "application of geospatial technologies for resource planning and management". The editors hope that this book will serve as a valuable resource for scientists and researchers to plan and manage land and water resources sustainably.

Impact Craters in South America (Paperback, 2015 ed.): Rogelio Daniel Acevedo, Maximiliano C. L. Rocca, Juan Federico Ponce,... Impact Craters in South America (Paperback, 2015 ed.)
Rogelio Daniel Acevedo, Maximiliano C. L. Rocca, Juan Federico Ponce, Sergio G. Stinco
R1,802 Discovery Miles 18 020 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

A complete and updated catalogue of impact craters and structures in South America from 2014 is presented here. Approximately eighty proven, suspected and disproven structures have been identified by several sources in this continent. All the impact sites of this large continent have been exhaustively reviewed: the proved ones, the possible ones and some very doubtful. Many sites remain without a clear geological "in situ" confirmation and some of them could be even rejected. Argentina and Brazil are leading the list containing almost everything detected. In Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay and Venezuela only a few were observed. Only Ecuador is waiting for new discoveries. So far, the largest well stated impact site is still the Araguainha structure in Brazil with its 40 kilometers in diameter. However, two possible impact structures are larger than Araguainha: Malvinas, (with 250 kilometers in diameter) and Vichada in Colombia, (50 kilometers). This study also reports the existence of some Tertiary-Quaternary glassy impactite layers: the "escorias" and "tierras cocidas" of the pampas in Argentina.

Guidebook of Applied Fluvial Geomorphology (Paperback): David A Sear, Malcolm D. Newson, Colin R. Thorne, Phillip J. Soar,... Guidebook of Applied Fluvial Geomorphology (Paperback)
David A Sear, Malcolm D. Newson, Colin R. Thorne, Phillip J. Soar, Kevin S. Skinner
R5,924 Discovery Miles 59 240 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The practical application of geomorphological science now forms a regular part of any project involving flood protection, fisheries, conservation, recreation, environmental protection and river restoration. In this book the authors use their extensive experience gained through fieldwork, analysis, and input to the design process to provide a thorough understanding of geomorphology in the river environment and describe effective ways to incorporate geomorphological science into river engineering and management.

Geomorphology and Physical Oceanography of the Lakshadweep Coral Islands in the Indian Ocean (Paperback, 2015 ed.): T.N.... Geomorphology and Physical Oceanography of the Lakshadweep Coral Islands in the Indian Ocean (Paperback, 2015 ed.)
T.N. Prakash, L. Sheela Nair, T.S. Shahul Hameed
R1,883 Discovery Miles 18 830 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The Lakshadweep islands are a group of 36 coral islands in the Indian Ocean. These small islands are unique for their aquatic bio-diversity and vast blue lagoons. This book presents the results of studies done by the authors during the period 1990 to 2009 that address the beach morphology, hydrodynamics, energy resources and management options with special reference to the issue of both natural and anthropogenic coastal erosion. The relatively low island elevation makes the islands more susceptible to high-wave attack and coastal flooding during adverse weather conditions. The islands are also prone to risks from episodic events like cyclones and deep depressions. This highlights the need for a comprehensive study of the wave, climate and coastal processes at work during different seasons to delineate the factors responsible for shoreline changes and also to identify the locations that need protection and the management options. This book will serve as a guide to researchers, scholars and students who are interested in the coastal processes of coral islands.

The High-Mountain Cryosphere - Environmental Changes and Human Risks (Hardcover): Christian Huggel, Mark Carey, John J. Clague,... The High-Mountain Cryosphere - Environmental Changes and Human Risks (Hardcover)
Christian Huggel, Mark Carey, John J. Clague, Andreas Kaab
R3,856 Discovery Miles 38 560 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This edited volume, showcasing cutting-edge research, addresses two primary questions - what are the main drivers of change in high-mountains and what are the risks implied by these changes? From a physical perspective, it examines the complex interplay between climate and the high-mountain cryosphere, with further chapters covering tectonics, volcano-ice interactions, hydrology, slope stability, erosion, ecosystems, and glacier- and snow-related hazards. Societal dimensions, both global and local, of high-mountain cryospheric change are also explored. The book offers unique perspectives on high-mountain cultures, livelihoods, governance and natural resources management, focusing on how global change influences societies and how people respond to climate-induced cryospheric changes. An invaluable reference for researchers and professionals in cryospheric science, geomorphology, climatology, environmental studies and human geography, this volume will also be of interest to practitioners working in global change and risk, including NGOs and policy advisors.

Carbonate Mud-Mounds: Their Origin and Evolution (Special Publication Number 23 of the Internationa l Association of... Carbonate Mud-Mounds: Their Origin and Evolution (Special Publication Number 23 of the Internationa l Association of Sedimentologists) (Paperback)
C.L.V. Monty
R4,226 Discovery Miles 42 260 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This is the first book to investigate the structure, origin and evolution of carbonate mud-mounds. Mud-mounds are accumulations of biogenic carbonate sediment that are common in the geological record, and economically important as they host lead zinc mineralization and oil and gas. The book reviews, for the first time, the different mechanisms of mud-mound formation and examines in detail the major changes in mud-mound type and occurrence through geological time. The major part of the book contains case studies of mud-mounds from the Palaeozoic, Mesozoic and Cenozoic. The coverage is global and truly international, with 32 authors from 10 countries.
The first volume to deal with the structure, formation and evolution of mud-mounds.
Copiously illustrated, with nine colour plates.

If you are a member of the International Association of Sedimentologists, for purchasing details, please see: http: //www.iasnet.org/publications/details.asp?code=SP23

The Tower of Pelee - New Studies of the Great Volcano of Martinique (Paperback): Angelo Heilprin The Tower of Pelee - New Studies of the Great Volcano of Martinique (Paperback)
Angelo Heilprin
R834 Discovery Miles 8 340 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Born in Hungary, the geologist Angelo Heilprin (1853-1907) moved with his family to the United States as a boy. He later left New York to study natural sciences in distinguished European institutions, and went on to hold academic positions in Philadelphia and ultimately at Yale. His teaching duties were interspersed with expeditions to Yucatan, Greenland and other places of geological interest. This 1904 study, complemented by unique photographs, depicts his third visit to the island of Martinique in the aftermath of the devastating eruptions of Mount Pelee in 1902. Heilprin documents the temporary formation of Pelee's 'tower', a monolith of lava that grew rapidly after the eruptions, reaching a height of 300 metres before its collapse. Heilprin also summarises the chief features of volcanic eruptions and directs readers to his 1903 publication Mont Pelee and the Tragedy of Martinique (also reissued in this series) for further information.

Illustrations of the Viscous Theory of Glacier Motion - And Three Papers on Glaciers by John Tyndall (Paperback): James D... Illustrations of the Viscous Theory of Glacier Motion - And Three Papers on Glaciers by John Tyndall (Paperback)
James D Forbes, John Tyndall
R871 Discovery Miles 8 710 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This book brings together works published between 1846 and 1859 by the Scot James D. Forbes (1809-68) and Irishman John Tyndall (1820-93), both of whom were experienced alpinists as well as glaciologists. However, their views on the motion of glaciers were disparate, and a scientific quarrel over primacy and credit for discoveries continued even after their respective deaths. These papers include Forbes' articles on experiments on the flow of plastic bodies and analogies between lava and glacier flows, and on the plasticity of glacier ice, as well as Tyndall's observations on the physical phenomena of various Alpine glaciers, including the famous 'Mer de Glace', and a piece on the structure and motion of glaciers, co-written with Thomas Huxley. Several works by and about all three scientists (including works on Alpine travel) have also been reissued in this series.

Outlines of the Geology of England and Wales - With an Introductory Compendium of the General Principles of that Science, and... Outlines of the Geology of England and Wales - With an Introductory Compendium of the General Principles of that Science, and Comparative Views of the Structure of Foreign Countries (Paperback)
W. D. Conybeare, William Phillips
R1,414 Discovery Miles 14 140 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

In the early nineteenth century, the gifted stratigrapher and amateur geologist William Phillips (1773-1828) gave several lectures to interested young people in Tottenham on the subject of geology. These lectures were later collected into a book, which Phillips expanded in later versions. This reached its peak in 1822 when the clergyman William Daniel Conybeare (1787-1857) collaborated with Phillips to produce this rigorous and improved assessment of the geological composition of England and Wales. Although no second volume was ever published, the book had a tremendous impact on geologists throughout the United Kingdom and Europe, inspiring foreign scholars to produce equivalent volumes about their own countries. Conybeare's concern for the stratigraphy of fossils is especially remarkable for the time. William Fitton, later president of the Geological Society of London, praised the book highly, remarking that 'no equal portion of the earth's surface has ever been more ably illustrated'.

Siluria - The History of the Oldest Known Rocks Containing Organic Remains, with a Brief Sketch of the Distribution of Gold... Siluria - The History of the Oldest Known Rocks Containing Organic Remains, with a Brief Sketch of the Distribution of Gold over the Earth (Paperback)
Roderick Impey Murchison
R1,694 Discovery Miles 16 940 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The Scottish geologist Sir Roderick Impey Murchison (1792 1871) first proposed the Silurian period after studying ancient rocks in Wales in the 1830s. Naming the sequence after the Silures, a Celtic tribe, he believed that the fossils representing the origins of life could be attributed to this period. This assertion sparked a heated dispute with his contemporary Adam Sedgwick, ultimately ruining their friendship. First published in 1854, Siluria is a significant reworking of Murchison's earlier book, The Silurian System, which had appeared in 1839. Thorough in his approach, he combines his own findings with those of researchers around the world, touching also on the later Devonian, Carboniferous and Permian periods as well as questions of natural history. An important text in nineteenth-century geology and palaeontology, the work contains a valuable geological map of Wales along with detailed engravings of fossils, including crustaceans, cephalopods and fish."

An Account of a Geographical and Astronomical Expedition to the Northern Parts of Russia (Paperback): Martin  Sauer An Account of a Geographical and Astronomical Expedition to the Northern Parts of Russia (Paperback)
Martin Sauer
R1,693 Discovery Miles 16 930 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Impressed by the discoveries of Captain Cook, and conscious that Russia was lagging behind other countries in terms of navigation and exploration, Catherine the Great commissioned an expedition in 1785 to chart the coastline in the far north-east of her empire. Born in Middlesex, Joseph Billings (1758 1806) had sailed under Cook but entered Russian service in 1783. He was chosen to lead the expedition, which would last for nine years. Written up by Martin Sauer, secretary and translator to the expedition, this illustrated account was first published in English in 1802, documenting the sheer scale of the task and the range of scientific activities carried out. Notable for producing the first accurate maps of the shoreline and islands of east Siberia, the expedition also contributed to the ethnographic and zoological knowledge of this most inhospitable of environments."

A Sketch of the Geology of Cornwall - Including a Brief Description of the Mining Districts, and the Ores Produced in Them... A Sketch of the Geology of Cornwall - Including a Brief Description of the Mining Districts, and the Ores Produced in Them (Paperback)
Brenton Symons
R928 Discovery Miles 9 280 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Cornwall has one of the oldest mining histories in Europe. At one time, the county was a leading producer of tin, with over 2,000 mines in operation, but competition from overseas saw the boom years of the mid-nineteenth century give way to steady decline. Brenton Symons (1832 c.1908), an experienced mining engineer and metallurgist, firmly believed that the mineral wealth of Cornwall was far from exhausted and that careful application of financial investment and skilled personnel could boost the county's prosperity. This illustrated monograph, published in 1884, is his account of Cornwall's geological characteristics, giving details of the formation, location and economic use of various mineral deposits, and describing the extraction techniques of the key mining districts. Accessible and authoritative, this book remains relevant to readers interested in mineralogy, mining and the economic history of Cornwall."

New Zealand - Its Physical Geography, Geology and Natural History, with Special Reference to... the Provinces of Auckland and... New Zealand - Its Physical Geography, Geology and Natural History, with Special Reference to... the Provinces of Auckland and Nelson (Paperback)
Ferdinand von Hochstetter; Translated by Edward Sauter
R1,586 Discovery Miles 15 860 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Inhabited by Polynesians since the thirteenth century and discovered by Europeans in the seventeenth, New Zealand is a geologically diverse island group where active volcanoes and frequent earthquakes have resulted in a rich variety of rock formations and geothermal activity. In 1859 60, the geologist Ferdinand von Hochstetter (1829 84) was employed by Auckland's government to undertake the first systematic geological survey of the islands, the results of which were first published in German in 1863 and translated into this English version in 1867. Hochstetter describes his travels across New Zealand, his encounters with native people and his scientific observations. He analyses plants, wildlife and fossils, describes mountains, rocks and boiling springs, and evaluates evidence of glaciers and tectonic activity. As a result of Hochstetter's work, several species in New Zealand were named after him. This book remains a valuable resource in the history of Australasian natural science.

Applied Geophysics in Periglacial Environments (Paperback): C. Hauck, C. Kneisel Applied Geophysics in Periglacial Environments (Paperback)
C. Hauck, C. Kneisel
R1,436 Discovery Miles 14 360 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Many research problems in cryospheric science, such as global warming-induced permafrost degradation, require information about the subsurface, which can be imaged using geophysical methods. This book is a practical guide to the application of geophysical techniques in mountainous and polar terrain, where the harsh environment and nature of the subsurface pose particular challenges. It starts with an introduction to the main geophysical methods and then demonstrates their application in periglacial environments through various case studies - written by a team of international experts. The final part of the book presents a series of reference tables with typical values of geophysical parameters for periglacial environments. This handbook is a valuable resource for glaciologists, geomorphologists and geologists requiring an introduction to geophysical techniques, as well as for geophysicists lacking experience of planning and conducting field surveys in cold regions.

Wind as a Geomorphic Agent in Cold Climates (Paperback): Matti Seppala Wind as a Geomorphic Agent in Cold Climates (Paperback)
Matti Seppala
R1,679 Discovery Miles 16 790 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This book was first published in 2004. Wind erosion and deposition are important factors in cold climates because of the open space and scarce vegetation. Aeolian processes connected with sand drift in polar environments are similar to those in deserts but in cold environments, frost and snow also play an important role. The Arctic is characterised by strangely eroded rocks, wind-formed lakes, sand dunes and loess deposits that owe their formation to aeolian processes controlled by frost and snow cover. Wind as a Geomorphic Agent in Cold Climates presents a detailed description and explanation of these wind-generated polar landforms. It includes numerous illustrations that will assist the reader in identifying and interpreting these features; both modern-day and those preserved in the geological record. This book provides an important introduction to this area of geocryology and will form a useful reference for graduate students and researchers in a variety of fields, including geomorphology, geology and environmental science.

Etudes sur les glaciers (Paperback): Louis Agassiz Etudes sur les glaciers (Paperback)
Louis Agassiz
R999 Discovery Miles 9 990 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Swiss-born zoologist, geologist and paleontologist Louis Agassiz (1807 73) was among the foremost scientists of his day. When he took up the study of glaciology and glacial geomorphology in Switzerland in 1836, he recorded evidence left by former glaciers, such as glacial erratics, drumlins and rock scouring and scratching. In this work, published in 1840, he proposed a revolutionary ice-age theory, according to which, glaciers are the remaining portions of sheets of ice which once covered the earth. His radical suggestion undermined the hypothesis that landscape features were the result of a great biblical flood. Although Agassiz's invaluable work led some to acclaim him as the 'father' of glacial theory, critics have cited the contributions of others, including Jean de Charpentier and Karl Schimper. The book also describes the features of active glaciers, including ice tables, ice pinnacles and moraines.

Landslides - Types, Mechanisms and Modeling (Hardcover, New): John J. Clague, Douglas Stead Landslides - Types, Mechanisms and Modeling (Hardcover, New)
John J. Clague, Douglas Stead
R4,319 Discovery Miles 43 190 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Landslides have geological causes but can be triggered by natural processes (rainfall, snowmelt, erosion and earthquakes) or by human actions such as agriculture and construction. Research aimed at better understanding slope stability and failure has accelerated in recent years, accompanied by basic field research and numerical modeling of slope failure processes, mechanisms of debris movement, and landslide causes and triggers. Written by seventy-five world-leading researchers and practitioners, this book provides a state-of-the-art summary of landslide science. It features both field geology and engineering approaches, as well as modeling of slope failure and run-out using a variety of numerical codes. It is illustrated with international case studies integrating geological, geotechnical and remote sensing studies, and includes recent slope investigations in North America, Europe and Asia. This is an essential reference for researchers and graduate students in geomorphology, engineering geology, geotechnical engineering and geophysics, as well as professionals in natural hazard analysis.

Glaciation: A Very Short Introduction (Paperback): David J.A. Evans Glaciation: A Very Short Introduction (Paperback)
David J.A. Evans
R300 R270 Discovery Miles 2 700 Save R30 (10%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Vast, majestic, and often stunningly beautiful, glaciers lock up some 10% of the world's freshwater. These great bodies of ice play an important part in the Earth system, carving landscapes and influencing climate on regional and hemispheric scales, as well as having a significant impact on global sea level. Throughout time, the Earth has experienced various major glaciations in its deep history, long before the ice ages of the Quaternary, and the observed effects of climate change on glaciers have recently brought them to the forefront of public attention This Very Short Introduction offers an overview of glaciers and ice sheets as systems, considering the role of geomorphology and sedimentology in studying them, and their impacts on our planet in terms of erosional and depositional processes. Looking at our glaciers today, and their ongoing processes, David Evans considers the extent to which we can use this knowledge in reconstructing and interpreting ancient glacial landscapes. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

The Geomorphology of the Great Barrier Reef - Development, Diversity and Change (Paperback): David Hopley, Scott G. Smithers,... The Geomorphology of the Great Barrier Reef - Development, Diversity and Change (Paperback)
David Hopley, Scott G. Smithers, Kevin Parnell
R1,613 Discovery Miles 16 130 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This 2007 book reviews the history of geomorphological studies of the Great Barrier Reef and assesses the influences of sea-level change and oceanographic processes on the development of reefs over the last 10,000 years. It presents analyses of recently attained data from the Great Barrier Reef and reconstructions of the sequence of events which have led to its more recent geomorphology. The authors emphasise the importance of the geomorphological time span and its applications for present management applications. This is a valuable reference for academic researchers in geomorphology and oceanography, and will also appeal to graduate students in related fields.

Hours of Exercise in the Alps (Paperback): John Tyndall Hours of Exercise in the Alps (Paperback)
John Tyndall
R1,469 Discovery Miles 14 690 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

John Tyndall (1820 93) was a prominent physicist, particularly noted for his studies of thermal radiation and the atmosphere. He was a prolific writer and lecturer, who was able to bring experimental physics to a wide audience. While researching his 1860 work, The Glaciers of the Alps, he became a proficient climber, and this work, first published in 1871, combines climbing expeditions in Switzerland with comments on glaciation and geology. It was extremely popular, with a second edition in the same year, and German and American editions in 1872. He was one of a group of noted Alpinists of the period, making the first ascent of the Weisshorn in Switzerland and finally conquering the Matterhorn in 1868, three years after its first ascent. This account of Victorian climbing expeditions makes fascinating reading, and shows the length an experimental scientist was prepared to go in search of knowledge.

Higher Education and First-Generation Students - Cultivating Community, Voice, and Place for the New Majority (Paperback, 1st... Higher Education and First-Generation Students - Cultivating Community, Voice, and Place for the New Majority (Paperback, 1st ed. 2010)
R. Jehangir
R1,619 R1,317 Discovery Miles 13 170 Save R302 (19%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Offers readers a rich understanding of the experience of students who are first in their family to attend college. This book is a theoretically informed study of the lived experience of FG students and draws on their voices to demonstrate how their insights interface with what we, as educators, think we know about them.

Geology of Arran and Clydesdale - With an Account of the Flora and Marine Fauna of Arran (Paperback): James Bryce Geology of Arran and Clydesdale - With an Account of the Flora and Marine Fauna of Arran (Paperback)
James Bryce
R1,245 Discovery Miles 12 450 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

James Bryce (1806-77) was a Scottish schoolteacher and geologist. His numerous articles on geology earned him a place in the Geological Society of London (1834) and in the Royal Society of Edinburgh (1875). He also campaigned to reform the Scottish universities and for Scottish education to be independent of the English system. In 1855 Bryce conducted a geological survey of Clydesdale and the Isle of Arran for the British Association for the Advancement of Science (BAAS). His findings were published the same year, in this book. Bryce's study records the natural history of the two regions, with descriptions of the geological features encountered on various expeditions in Arran. Bryce also describes the Arran flora, marine fauna, and rare insect life. This book remained the geological authority on Arran and Clydesdale for a long time; the third edition, reissued here, was published in 1865.

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