Fundamentals of GeomorphologyThis extensively revised, restructured, and updated edition continues to present an engaging and comprehensive introduction to the subject, exploring the world’s landforms from a broad systems perspective. It covers the basics of Earth surface forms and processes, while reflecting on the latest developments in the field. Fundamentals of Geomorphology begins with a consideration of the nature of geomorphology, process and form, history, and geomorphic systems, and moves on to discuss:
This third edition has been fully updated to include a clearer initial explanation of the nature of geomorphology, of land surface process and form, and of land-surface change over different timescales. The text has been restructured to incorporate information on geomorphic materials and processes at more suitable points in the book. Finally, historical geomorphology has been integrated throughout the text to reflect the importance of history in all aspects of geomorphology. Fundamentals of Geomorphology provides a stimulating and innovative perspective on the key topics and debates within the field of geomorphology. Written in an accessible and lively manner, it includes guides to further reading, chapter summaries, and an extensive glossary of key terms. The book is also illustrated throughout with over 200 informative diagrams and attractive photographs, all in colour. |
Contents
Series editors preface ix | |
What is geomorphology? 3 | |
Introducing process and form 19 | |
Introducing history 44 | |
The geomorphic system 54 | |
PART IISTRUCTURE 85 | |
Volcanoes impact craters folds and faults 108 | |
Weathering and associated landforms 137 | |
Glacial and glaciofluvial landscapes 247 | |
Periglacial landscapes 290 | |
Aeolian landscapes 314 | |
Coastal landscapes 345 | |
Karst landscapes 389 | |
longterm geomorphology 433 | |
The geological timescale 461 | |
Glossary 468 | |