Watershed Hydrology

Watershed Hydrology
Author: Vijay P. Singh
Publisher: Allied Publishers
Total Pages: 588
Release: 2003
Genre: Groundwater
ISBN: 9788177645477

The Dictionary of Physical Geography

The Dictionary of Physical Geography
Author: David S. G. Thomas
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 632
Release: 2016-02-23
Genre: Science
ISBN: 111878233X

This fully-revised comprehensive fourth edition covers the whole field of physical geography including climate and atmosphere, geomorphology, biogeography, hydrology, oceans, Quaternary, environmental change, soils, remote sensing and GIS. This new edition reflects developments in the discipline during the last decade, with the expert advisory group providing an international perspective on the discipline of physical geography. Over 2000 entries that are self-contained or cross-referenced include 200 that are new to this edition, over 400 that are rewritten and updated, and new supporting references and additional recommended reading in many others. Entries removed from the last edition are available in the online resource. This volume is the essential reference point for students of physical geography and related environmental disciplines, lecturers and interested individuals alike.

Global Hydrology

Global Hydrology
Author: J. A. A. Jones
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 414
Release: 2014-06-03
Genre: Science
ISBN: 131789474X

Global Hydrology illustrates in detail the growing importance of understanding hydrological processes and pathways as a means of effective and safe management of water resources. It describes current management practices and past environmental impact. It analyses the options for improving water supply and protecting the environment, emphasizing the need for international collaboration in a changing societal and environmental context

Floods

Floods
Author: Dennis J. Parker
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 566
Release: 2014-08-27
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1317854209

Floods occur in most parts of the world and range from being welcomed annual occurrences, to natural disasters which have countless physical and societal impacts. Floods presents the most comprehensive collection to date of new research, providing a rich body of theory and experience and drawing together contributions from over fifty leading international researchers in the field. An extensive range of case-studies covering major floods and regions prone to flooding worldwide are included.

Water, Development and the Environment

Water, Development and the Environment
Author: William James
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 404
Release: 1992-03-24
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780873715225

Water, Development and the Environment presents an impressive compilation of ideas addressing the most pressing problems facing the world today. Topics discussed include sustainable development, water scarcity, urban water pollution, water resources management, and management of landscape interventions. The authors discuss new philosophies and procedures and provide examples of the environmental impact of water development-particularly landscape changes.