Global Geomorphology
Author :Michael A Summerfield
Condition : Used-Very Good
Binding : Soft-Back-Journal
Pages : 537
Publisher : Halsted Press
Language : N/A
Publication Year : N/A
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.
Author :Michael A Summerfield
Condition : Used-Very Good
Binding : Soft-Back-Journal
Pages : 537
Publisher : Halsted Press
Language : N/A
Publication Year : N/A
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.
