Physical Geography: Science and Systems of the Human Environment - Hardcover

Alan H. Strahler; Arthur Strahler

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0471480533 ISBN 13: 9780471480532

Publisher: Wiley, 2004

Synopsis

A comprehensive fully integrated, systems-based approach to physical geography, Strahler's highly successful text is considered the standard for an undergraduate two-semester course in physical geography. The text's accurate and comprehensive coverage provides both the breadth and depth necessary to appreciate how humans are changing, and are changed by, the Earth.

About this title

From the Publisher

This physical geography text has a truly integrated systems-based approach. It emphasizes the environmental issues of global change which is one of the hottest areas in the discipline. Plus, the book contains many examples that demonstrate the effects of global change. This book provides comprehensive coverage of physical geography, including complete coverage of paraglacial phenomenon. Quantitative approaches and techniques are included to demonstrate application. Contains a remarkable art program, in magazine style, includes numerous maps, color drawings, and photographs from the author's collections.

From the Back Cover

Experience the breadth and depth of Strahler and the beauty of Earth from Above!

A dromedary caravan sets out across the undulating dunes of the Sahara near Nouakchott, Mauritania. In this extreme environment, these animals play a vital role. Can you imagine a more fascinating journey?

Taken by acclaimed photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand, this extraordinary scene is just one of many captivating images of the Earth from Aboveproject.

Now, the new Third Edition of the Strahlers’ Physical Geography features Earth from Above images! Each part and chapter opens with an Earth from Above photo illustrating Photographer Bertrand's unique perspective on the landscape as seen from a low-flying aircraft. This striking collection of special images captures the full glory and diversity of the Earth's environments. From equatorial rainforests to the glaciers of Mount Everest, you see the stunning beauty and pattern of the Earth as you read this book. And, with expanded Eye on the Landscape features, you interact with these and other photos to develop the skills needed to look at the landscape in an informed way.

Other Features

• Expanded treatment of global change topics, including new Eye on Global Change features that show how our environment is changing.
• Added "showcase" photo spreads that let you view and compare photos on the same topic.
• New A Closer Look features that enhance the coverage of a number of topics, including discussions of global change, current environmental events, and natural hazards.
• More Focus on Remote Sensing features that illustrate how the latest satellite technology is used to learn more about the Earth.
• A consistent approach to Earth systems, with an emphasis on the integration of topics.
• offers a rich electronic medium for exploring the core concepts of physical geography and the tools geographers use to answer geographic questions.

Edition details

• Publisher: Wiley
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0471480533
• ISBN 13: 9780471480532
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 816