Arid Zone Geomorphology - Process, Form and Change in Drylands 3e (Paperback, 3rd Edition)

The new edition of Arid Zone Geomorphology aims to encapsulate the advances that have been made in recent years in the investigation and explanation of landforms and geomorphological processes in drylands. Building on the success of the previous two editions, the Third Edition has been completely revised and updated to reflect the latest developments in the field. Whilst this latest edition will remain a comprehensive reference to the subject, the book has been restructured to include regional case studies throughout to enhance student understanding and is clearly defined into five distinct sections; Firstly, the book introduces the reader to Large Scale Controls and Variability in Drylands and then moves on to consider Surface Processes and Characteristics; The Work of Water, The Work of the Wind. The book concludes with a section on Living with Dryland Geomorphology that includes a chapter on geomorphological hazards and the human impact on these environments.

Once again, recognised world experts in the field have been invited to contribute chapters in order to present a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of current knowledge about the processes shaping the landscape of deserts and arid regions. In order to broaden the appeal of the Third Edition, the book has been reduced in extent by 100 pages and the Regional chapters have been omitted in favour of the inclusion of key regional case studies throughout the book. The Editor is also considering the inclusion of a supplementary website that could include further images, problems and case studies.

General

Imprint:	John Wiley & Sons
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	March 2011
First published:	March 2011
Authors:	D.S.G. Thomas
Dimensions:	259 x 197 x 37mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	648
Edition:	3rd Edition
ISBN-13:	978-0-470-51909-7
Categories:	Books > Earth & environment > Geography > Physical geography > Arid zones, deserts Books > Earth & environment > Earth sciences > Geology & the lithosphere > Geological surface processes (geomorphology) > General Promotions
LSN:	0-470-51909-6
Barcode:	9780470519097

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