An unrivalled, comprehensive introduction to the natural processes in our world. Introduction to Physical Geography and the Environment, 4th edition, by Joseph Holden, is a highly respected and comprehensive text that introduces you to the major topics of physical geography. The book is well illustrated to demonstrate the workings of the physical environment and help you grasp core principles. Its focus on the inter-linkages between processes, places, and environments provides you with a deep understanding of natural, physical processes in our world. Now in its 4th edition, the text has been thoroughly updated to contain all the latest research which the authors have compiled, providing an unrivalled source of rich information from around the world. This edition is also supported by a range of digital learning resources including extended and annotated further reading lists for each chapter, multiple-choice questions, fieldwork exercises, and interactive models to enhance your learning experience. Containing the latest available information with a host of resources to aid your learning, this text is excellent for both undergraduate and postgraduate study in the field of physical geography. This title also has a Companion Website.
Preface to the fourth edition List of contributors Editor's acknowledgements Part I: The role of physical geography Chapter 1. Approaching physical geography Part II: Continent and oceans Chapter 2. Earth geology and tectonics Chapter 3. Oceans Part III: Past, present and future climate and weather Chapter 4. The Pleistocene Chapter 5. The Holocene Chapter 6. Atmospheric processes Chapter 7. Contemporary climate change Chapter 8. Global climate and weather Chapter 9. Regional and local climates Part IV: Biogeography and ecology Chapter 10. The biosphere Chapter 11. Ecosystem processes Chapter 12. Freshwater ecosystems Chapter 13. Vegetation and climate change Part V: Geomorphology and hydrology Chapter 14. Weathering Chapter 15. Slope processes and landform evolution Chapter 16. Sediments and sedimentation Chapter 17. Soils Chapter 18. Catchment hydrology Chapter 19. Fluvial geomorphology and river management Chapter 20. Solutes and water quality Chapter 21. Drylands Chapter 22. Coasts Chapter 23. Glaciers and ice sheets Chapter 24. Permafrost and periglaciation Part VI: Monitoring and management Chapter 25. Monitoring environmental change Chapter 26. Dealing with hazards and environmental change
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