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Arid and semi-arid geomorphology / Andrew Goudie, University of Oxford.

Author/creator	Goudie, Andrew
Format	Electronic
Publication Info	Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2013.
Description	xi, 454 pages ; 24 cm
Supplemental Content	Full text available from Ebook Central - Academic Complete
Subjects	Geomorphology. Deserts. Arid regions.

Contents	Machine generated contents note: 1. Introduction; 2. Rock weathering and desert surfaces; 3. Aeolian geomorphology; 4. Dunes; 5. Rivers and slopes; 6. Applied geomorphology in deserts: hazards, resources and the future; 7. Regional variety.
Abstract	"Global analysis of landforms of deserts and the processes that mould them, for advanced students and researchers"-- Provided by publisher.
Abstract	"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"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography note	Includes bibliographical references (pages 325-447) and index.
Access restriction	Available only to authorized users.
Technical details	Mode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/form	Electronic books.
LCCN	2012047937
ISBN	9781107005549 (hardback)

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