Surface Processes and Landforms

By Don J. Easterbrook

Book Overview

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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0023312505
• ISBN13: 9780023312502
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
• Length: 533 Pages
• Weight: 3.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 8.7" x 11.0"

Customer Reviews

Good Textbook

I used this textbook for a geography class called "Landforms". It was a great guide and a fairly easy read. My only problem with it is it is all in black and white except for a couple of color photo inserts.

Learning about how the earth is formed

I had this book as a text book and loved it. It is easy to read and very interesting. Anyone who wants to understand how mountains, rivers, and glaciers are formed; as well as how to identify such from past history is certain to be pleased with the wealth of information provided.