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Description

Past Glacial Environments, Second Edition, presents a revised and updated version of the very successful first edition of Menzies� book, covering a breadth of topics with a focus on the recognition and analysis of former glacial environments, including the pre-Quaternary glaciations.

The book is made up of chapters written by various geological experts from across the world, with the editor�s expertise and experience bringing the chapters together. This new and updated volume includes at least 45% new material, along with five new chapters that include a section on techniques and methods.

Additionally, this new edition is presented in full color and features a large collection of photographs, line diagrams, and tables with examples of glacial environments and landscapes that are drawn from a worldwide perspective.

Informative knowledge boxes and case studies are included, helping users better understand critical issues and ideas.

• Provides the most complete reference concerning the study of glacial processes and their geological, sedimentological, and geomorphological products
• Comprised of chapters written by various geological experts from across the world
• Includes specific case studies to alert readers to important ideas and issues
• Uses text boxes throughout to explain key concepts from glacial literature
• Presents full color photographs, line diagrams, and tables throughout

Typham this is the title: Past Glacial Environments Revised Student Edition 2nd Edition