Mountains represent one of the most inspiring and attractive natural features on the surface of the earth. Visually, they dominate the landscape. However, the increasing realization of the fragility of mountain areas because of changes in land use, management and climate, combined with an understanding of their importance for water and other natural resources, has resulted in a growing interest in mountain environments in recent years. Hence, Mountain Geomorphology represents a timely and unique contribution to the literature.



Written by a team of international experts, this book is divided into three sections, which consider historical, functional and applied mountain geomorphology from both global and local perspectives. Historical mountain geomorphology focuses on the evolution of landforms. Functional mountain geomorphology emphasises the interaction between processes and landforms, while applied mountain geomorphology concerns the interrelationships between geomorphological processes and society.



Mountain Geomorphology is a valuable source of information for students studying mountain geomorphology, and also for academics and research scientists interested in mountain environments.

About the Author

Philip N. Owens is a Senior Research Fellow with the National Soil Resources Institute, Cranfield University, North Wyke Research Station, Devon, UK
Olav Slaymaker is Professor of Geography in the Department of Geography, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada

Reviews

This book is a valuable source of information for students studying mountain geomorphology, and also for academics and research scientists interested in mountain environments.

- January issue
CAB Abstacts

"Given the modest price it definitely represents a useful student text for any course dealing with mountain hazards/mountain environments and is a useful library addition."

The Geographical Journal

Book Information
ISBN 9780340764176
Author Phil Owens
Format Paperback
Page Count 320
Imprint Hodder Education
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 560g