Applied Geomorphology
Author | : R. J. Allison |
Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
Total Pages | : 502 |
Release | : 2002-06-14 |
ISBN-10 | : 0471895555 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780471895558 |
Rating | : 4/5 (55 Downloads) |
Download or read book Applied Geomorphology written by R. J. Allison and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2002-06-14 with total page 502 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first book to bring together practical examples from around the world to show how geomorphological evidence can help in effective land utilisation and hazard risk assessment. Case studies provide important lessons in risk management, and experts provide summaries of current research. The text also promotes good practice and effective land use, and looks at problems caused by misuse of the environment and potential solutions based on geomorphological evidence.