Global Geomorphology

by Michael A. Summerfield

Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781138837010
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	05/21/2015
Pages:	560
Product dimensions:	8.25(w) x 11.00(h) x (d)

Table of Contents

1. Introduction 2. Endogenic Processes and Landforms 3. Exogenic Processes and Landforms 4. Endogenic-Exogenic Interactions 5. Extraterrestrial Landforms

Editorial Reviews

Requiring only a basic knowledge of the physical environment (e.g. the introductory course in physical geography or physical geology), this textbook emphasizes large-scale processes and phenomena, integrating global tectonics into the study of landforms, and incorporating planetary geomorphology as a major component. Extensively illustrated, including satellite imagery. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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