Coastal Geomorphology, Second Edition is a comprehensive and systematic introduction to this subject and demonstrates the dynamic nature of coastal landforms, providing a background for analytical planning and management strategies in coastal areas that are subject to continuing changes. This introductory textbook has been completely revised and updated, and is accompanied by a websitewhich provides additional illustrations, global examples, case studies and more detailed and advanced information on topics referenced in the book, together with explanations of terminology, annotated references and research material. INDICE: Introduction. Coastal processes. Land and sea level changes. Cliffs. Shore platforms. Beaches. Beach erosion. Spits, barriers and bars. Coastal dunes. Intertidal wetlands...
- ISBN: 978-0-470-51730-7
- Editorial: John Wiley & Sons
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 411
- Fecha Publicación: 01/02/2008
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés