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Global Geomorphology

Global Geomorphology

Michael A. Summerfield

Global geomorphology is the subject of this book, working from the perspective that an adequate appreciation of landform genesis must encompass a knowledge of the large-scale framework of landscapes as well as an understanding of the smaller-scale processes which create individual landforms.
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Summary

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 Description

Title - Global Geomorphology

Edition -

Author - Michael A. Summerfield

ISBN 13 - 9780582301566

Imprint - Prentice-Hall

Publisher - Taylor & Francis Ltd

Date Published - 02/04/1991

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No. of pages -

Binding Type - Paperback

Dimensions - 216 x 270 x mm

Weight - 1560 g

Languages - English