Coastal Geomorphology by Eric C F Bird

Coastal Geomorphology by Eric C F Bird

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Summary

This introduction to the study of coastal geomorphology provides a background for people inteested in how coastal features (such as cliffs, beaches, spits or deltas) have developed. It also demonstrates the dynamic nature of coastal landforms and provides a background for analytical planning.

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Coastal Geomorphology by Eric C F Bird

Gives a comprehensive treatment of coastal evolution and dynamics, providing background for the study of coastal landforms and how and why they are changing, with up to date information, world-wide coverage of examples, numerous illustrations and extensive references to the scientific literature. It gives a systematic approach to the subject of coastal geomorphology, dealing with the shaping of landforms, the changing levels of land and sea, the array of coastal processes that have influenced the shaping of landforms and the changes that are taking place on them. It analyses the causes of erosion and accretion on sectors of the coastline and examines the factors that have contributed to these, preparing the way for management strategies. The book includes discussions on the effects that human activities have had on coasts and their continuing contribution to coastal landform changes.
"An excellent book at a reasonable price.." (Geoscientist, April 2001)

"relevant, clear and useful" (Progress in Physical Geography, Vol.26, No.1, 2002)

"...This is a nicely written, nicely illustrated book..." (Earth Surface Processes & Landforms, November 2002) 

"…A useful source book on most coastal issues…" (Area, Vol. 34, No.4, 2002)

"…a comprehensive textbook of some merit for geomorphologists and Earth scientists alike…" (Geological Journal, January/March 2003)

Eric C. F. Bird is the author of Coastal Geomorphology: An Introduction, published by Wiley.

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ISBN 13 9780471899778
ISBN 10 0471899771
Title Coastal Geomorphology
Author Eric C F Bird
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc
Year published 2000-08-25
Number of pages 344
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.