The Technique of Modern Fiction - Softcover

Raban, Jonathan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0713153970 ISBN 13: 9780713153972

Publisher: Hodder, 1968

Synopsis

As coastal problems burgeon, problems of erosion, pollution and coastal change are becoming ever more serious, and necessitate more and more complex management strategies. This book examines some of the more serious coastal problems, from natural hazards to the disposal of toxic waste. A holistic approach to the understanding of coastal problems is suggested, which integrates geomorphology, ecology and society through a consideration of the basic processes at work. The book sets concerns about the threat to the coastal environment posed by future global warming in perspective, and illustrates that there are many more pressing problems which must not be ignored in future management plans. Features include case studies drawn from all over the world, and the consideration of both natural problems and those posed by society. Each chapter also considers the likely future of these coastal environments under greenhouse warming, and a concluding chapter looks at the current nature and direction of management strategies.

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Review

Recommended highly as a text that offers new dimensions in the study of applied coastal science.
Progress in Physical Geography

An excellent addition to any undergraduate or introductory course related to coastal environments. A fine introduction to the wide variety of coastal ecosystems.
Coastal Management

An exciting and highly readable synthesis of both the science of coastal problems and the interactions with society.
Geoscientist

A wealth of references is cited.
Geoscientist

Chapters are profusely illustrated with excellent line diagrams and with photographs. Overall, this is of immense value to all concerned with the coast whether as academics and students or as managers and decision-makers.
Geoscientist

Edition details

• Publisher: Hodder
• Publication date: 1968
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0713153970
• ISBN 13: 9780713153972
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 208