Surface Processes and Landforms, 2nd Edition

by Don J. Easterbrook

This book includes both basic material for students without a great deal of background in geology as well as more advanced topics. With coverage that reaches beyond the study of surface processes, it contains discussions on the evolution of landforms and interpretation of their origin. The Second Edition reflects the increasing relevance of geomorphology to environmental concerns and the additional emphasis this has placed on more applied aspects of the field. Also considered is the revolution of the discipline brought on by many rapidly-evolving tools, such as computers, sophisticated electronic measuring devices, lasers, mass spectrometers, new methods of dating landforms and deposits, and others.

Genres: Nonfiction

Hardcover

First published September 1, 1992

Reviews

[Stan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Delves more deeply into the calculations characteristic of geomorphology texts than the average amateur geologist may wish. Pictures could benefit from more extensive explanation.