Early Humans in Dryland Environments: A Geoarchaeological Perspective

摘要: Book synopsis: About one-third of the Earth’s land surface experiences a desert climate, and this area supports approximately 15% planet’s population. This percentage continues to grow, with growth comes need acquire apply an understanding geomorphology. Such is vital in managing scarce fragile resources mitigating natural hazards. This authoritative reference book comprehensive its coverage geomorphology environments, arranged thematically. It begins overview global deserts, proceeds through treatments weathering, hillslopes, rivers, piedmonts, lake basins, aeolian surfaces, concludes discussion role climatic change. Written by team international authors, all whom are active field, chapters cover spectrum