Andrew S. Goudie

Andrew Warren

Ronald U. Cooke

Including recent research findings from terrestrial satellite imagery, the study of planetary landscapes, and advances in laboratory work, this also covers the environmental processes involved in desertification and the solution of planning and

Desert Geomorphology

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.

Arid and Semi-Arid Geomorphology

A brand new edition of the definitive textbook on humankind’s impact on the Earth’s environment—now in full color This classic text explores the multitude of impacts that humans have had over time upon vegetation, animals, soils, water, landforms, and the atmosphere. It considers the ways in which climate changes and modifications in land cover may change the environment in coming decades. Thoroughly revised to cover the remarkable transformation in interest that humans are having in the environment, this book examines previously uncovered topics, such as rewilding, ecosystem services, techniques for study, novel and no analogue ecosystems, and more. It also presents the latest views on big themes such as human origins, the anthropocene, domestication, extinctions, and ecological invasions. Extensively re-written, Human Impact on the Natural Environment, Eighth Edition contains many new and updated statistical tables, figures, and references. It offers enlightening chapters that look at the past and present state of the world—examining our impact on the land itself and the creatures that inhabit it; the oceans, lakes, rivers and streams; and the climate and atmosphere. The book also takes a deep look at our future impact on the planet and its resources—our affect on the coastal environments, the cryosphere and the drylands, as well as the hydrological and geomorphological impacts. Fully updated to take account of recent advances in our understanding of global warming and other phenomena Offers current opinions on such topics as human origins, the anthropocene, domestication, extinctions, and ecological invasions Features a full-color presentation to allow for more and clearer photographs and diagrams Contains more international case studies than previous editions to balance UK examples Human Impact on the Natural Environment is essential reading for undergraduates in geography and environmental science, and for those who want a thorough, wide-ranging and balanced overview of the impacts of humans upon natural processes and systems from the Stone Age to the Anthropocene and who wish to understand the major environmental issues that concern the human race at the present time.

Human Impact on the Natural Environment

Jan Kalvoda

Geomorphological Variations

Heather A. Viles

The Earth Transformed answers the need for a concise,non-technical introduction to the ways in which the naturalenvironment has been and is being affected by human activities. Itis simply and engagingly written, and illustrated with maps,diagrams, figures and photographs. Among the subjects described and considered by the authors aredesertification, deforestation, wetland management, biodiversity,climatic change, air pollution, the impact of cities on climate andhydrology, erosion, salinization, waste disposal, sea level rise,marine pollution, coral reef degradation and aquaculture. The book is organized around 45 case studies taken from allparts of the globe and chosen for their intrinsic interest andrepresentative nature. Further features of the book include guidesto further reading, suggestions for debate and study, and aglossary of terms. The book is aimed to meet the needs of students beginningcourses on environmental science and geography.

An Introduction to Human Impacts on the Environment

The Earth Transformed

A comprehensive treatment of the human role in modifying geomorphological forms and processes and their influence on the Earth's systems.

Geomorphology in the Anthropocene

David S. G. Thomas

The third edition of this comprehensive encyclopedic dictionary covers the whole field of physical geography and provides an essential reference for all students and lecturers in this field.

The Dictionary of Physical Geography

Nicholas J. Middleton

Dust storms are a vital component of the environment. This book explores and summarises recent research on where dust storms originate, why dust storms are generated, where dust is transported and deposited, the nature of dust deposits and the changing frequency of dust storms over a range of time-scales. It is the first global study of causes and effects of dust storms, which are one of the increasing nature catastrophes.

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