The Seacoast: Destruction; Littoral Drift; Protection

By William Henry Wheeler and W.H. Wheeler

Book Overview

The Seacoast: Destruction; Littoral Drift; Protection by William Henry Wheeler is a comprehensive guide to the complex processes that shape and impact coastal areas. The book covers topics such as erosion, sediment transport, shoreline stabilization, and the impact of human activity on coastal ecosystems. It also explores the history of coastal engineering and the various techniques used to protect coastlines from erosion and other forms of damage.The author provides a detailed overview of the natural forces that shape the coastline, including waves, tides, and currents, and how these forces can lead to erosion and other forms of destruction. He also examines the impact of human activity on the coast, including the construction of buildings and other structures, and the extraction of natural resources such as sand and gravel.Throughout the book, Wheeler emphasizes the importance of understanding the complex interactions between natural and human factors in order to develop effective strategies for protecting the coast. He provides numerous examples of successful coastal engineering projects and discusses the challenges and limitations of different approaches.Overall, The Seacoast: Destruction; Littoral Drift; Protection is an essential resource for anyone interested in the science and engineering of coastal areas, as well as for policymakers and planners who are responsible for managing and protecting these valuable ecosystems.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163792101
• ISBN13: 9781163792100
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 374 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"