Arid and Semi-Arid Geomorphology (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781107005549)

Based on four decades of research by Professor Andrew Goudie, this volume provides a state-of-the-art synthesis of our understanding of desert geomorphology. It presents a truly international perspective, with examples from all over the world. Extensively referenced and illustrated, it covers such topics as the importance of past climatic changes, the variability of different desert environments, rock breakdown, wind erosion and dust storm generation, sand dunes, fluvial and slope forms and processes, the role of the applied geomorphologist in desert development and conservation, and the Earth as an analogue for other planetary bodies. This book is destined to become the classic volume on arid and semi-arid geomorphology for advanced students and researchers in physical geography, geomorphology, Earth science, sedimentology, environmental science, and archaeology.

Author: Andrew S. Goudie
ISBN-10: 110700554X
ISBN-13: 9781107005549
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 05/27/2013
Pages: 461
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.45lbs
Size: 10.10h x 7.20w x 1.10d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 03/01/2014