Global Geomorphology

Global Geomorphology
Author: Michael A. Summerfield
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 560
Release: 2014-05-12
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1317885112

The plate tectonics revolution in the earth sciences has provided a valuable new framework for understanding long-term landform development. This innovative text provides a comprehensive introduction to the subject of global geomorphology, with the emphasis placed on large-scale processes and phenomena. Integrating global tectonics into the study of landforms and incorporating planetary geomorphology as a major component the author discusses the impact of climatic change and the role of catastrophic events on landform genesis and includes a comprehensive study of surface geomorphic processes.

Geomorphological Landscapes of the World

Geomorphological Landscapes of the World
Author: Piotr Migon
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 371
Release: 2010-01-22
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9048130557

Physical landscapes are one of the most fascinating facets of our Planet, which tell stories about the evolution of the surface of the Earth. This book provides up-to-date information about the geomorphology of the selected ‘classic’ sites from around the world and shows the variety of geomorphological landscapes as moulded by different sets of processes acting over different timescales, from millions of years to days. The volume is written by nearly fifty geomorphologists from more than twenty countries who for many years have researched some of the unique sceneries on the planet. The thirty six chapters present each continent of the world. They describe landscapes of different origin, so that the reader can learn about the complexity of processes behind the sceneries. This is a useful reference book, linking geomorphology with global initiatives focused on nature conservation.

Geomorphology and Global Environmental Change

Geomorphology and Global Environmental Change
Author: Olav Slaymaker
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 469
Release: 2009-07-02
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0521878128

A statement from the world's leading geomorphologists on the state of, and potential changes to, the environment.

Geomorphology from Space

Geomorphology from Space
Author: United States. National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Scientific and Technical Information Branch
Publisher:
Total Pages: 748
Release: 1986
Genre: Science
ISBN: