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Beaches in Space and Time
A Global Look at the Beach Environment and How We Use It
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ISBN-13:
9781561648252
Veröffentl:
2015
Seiten:
168
Autor:
Richard A Davis
eBook Typ:
EPUB
eBook Format:
Reflowable
Kopierschutz:
Adobe DRM [Hard-DRM]
Sprache:
Englisch
Beschreibung:
Learn how beaches originate, what they are made of, and how wind, waves, tides, storms, sea-level changes, and human development affect them in this beautiful book that has nearly 200 illustrations.
Beaches in Space and Time features a section on the most beautiful and interesting beaches in the world, and is the ideal book for anyone who wants to learn more about them. Written by a world-renowned expert on beaches, the book covers a wide range of topics, including the geology, hydrodynamics, sedimentation, coastal engineering, and economics of beaches. The book also delves into core information regarding hydrodynamics, sediment transport, and beach nourishment. The profusion and variety of illustrations from around the entire globe offer a unique perspective on coastal life, and even the many recreational, sports, and military uses of beaches are included.