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Hardcover. This text addresses the hazard posed to engineering structures by salt weathering, which is an increasing one because of such diverse factors such as the spread of irrigation and high levels of atmospheric pollution. Num Pages: 256 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: RBGD; TNCC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 162 x 22. Weight in Grams: 520.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471958420
- ISBN
- 9780471958420
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 297.42
€ 297.42
Hardcover. Regolith is the layer of broken and unconsolidated rock and soil material that forms the surface of the land and covers the bedrock nearly everywhere. An understanding of its properties and structure is very important in topics such as groundwater supply, soil conservation and exploration efforts for economic materials. Num Pages: 326 pages, glossary. BIC Classification: RBGF; RBGG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 253 x 194 x 24. Weight in Grams: 844.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 326
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471961215
- ISBN
- 9780471961215
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 468.16
€ 468.16
Hardcover. Dynamic unbounded medium-structure interactions occur in many fields of engineering and physical science, such as wave propagation in soil-structure and fluid-structure interactions, acoustics and electromagnetism and as diffusion in heat conduction and consolidation. Num Pages: 350 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RBGB; TBJ; TNCC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 253 x 182 x 26. Weight in Grams: 786.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 350
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471961345
- ISBN
- 9780471961345
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 336.93
€ 336.93
Hardcover. This volume describes the results of the Covered Catchment Project at Gardsjon in Sweden. This is a major project in which a large (800m2) roof has been erected under a forest canopy to shelter the soil from the acid rain that falls in that area. Editor(s): Hultberg, Hans; Skeffington, Richard. Num Pages: 484 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: RBGB; RNC; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 255 x 181 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1030.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 484
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471961512
- ISBN
- 9780471961512
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 316.54
€ 316.54
Hardcover. Presents the understanding of dispersion processes in the marine environment in relatively simple terms in the hope that it will be helpful to oceanographers and scientists from other disciplines. Global case studies are included in this book. Num Pages: 328 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: RBKC; RNP; TQSW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 251 x 182 x 25. Weight in Grams: 748.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471961628
- ISBN
- 9780471961628
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 322.92
€ 322.92
Paperback. This book explores the rights and aspirations of the developing world, the need to balance ecology and economics, and the potential impact of policy on climate change, with a focus on the Southern Hemisphere. A thorough reference source valuable to readers in a variety of disciplines. Editor(s): Giambelluca, Thomas W.; Henderson-Sellers, Ann. Series: Research & Developments in Climate & Climatology S. Num Pages: 488 pages, line drawings, halftones. BIC Classification: RBP; RNPG; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 252 x 179 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1070.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 488
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471962144
- ISBN
- 9780471962144
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 487.28
€ 487.28
Hardcover. Written by specialist and regional contributors, this invaluable book provides an integrated, up--to--date, geographical assessment of land degradation in the worlda s Mediterranean regions. Editor(s): Conacher, Arthur; Sala, Maria. Num Pages: 520 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QSM; RBGB; RNF; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 257 x 199 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1244.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 520
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471963172
- ISBN
- 9780471963172
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 464.34
€ 464.34
Paperback. This introductory palaeontology text demonstrates the importance of fossils in geological and biological studies, particularly in understanding evolutionary patterns, palaeoenvironmental analysis and stratigraphy. Num Pages: 426 pages, illustrations facsim., maps, plans. BIC Classification: RBX. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 171 x 22. Weight in Grams: 702.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 426
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471963516
- ISBN
- 9780471963516
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 87.18
€ 87.18
Hardcover. Every year a landslide disaster occurs somewhere in Europe. Destructive events are fortunately infrequent but when they do occur they are often tragic in their effects. Europe is heavily populated and development is expanding into areas where natural events are more likely to happen. Editor(s): Dikau, Richard; Brunsden, Denys; Schrott, Lothar; Ibsen, Maia-Laura. Series: International Association of Geomorphologists. Num Pages: 274 pages, photographs, maps, diagrams. BIC Classification: 1D; RBGD; RGB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 248 x 179 x 21. Weight in Grams: 656.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 274
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471964773
- ISBN
- 9780471964773
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 405.73
€ 405.73
Hardcover. A thorough, detailed description of all aspects of wave and beach dynamics, as well as an incorporation of the new and growing fields of beach--dune interactions, large--scale coastal behavior, beach type management, and the human dimension of beach hazards is offered in this information--packed book. Editor(s): Short, Andrew D. Num Pages: 392 pages, references, indexes. BIC Classification: RBGD; RBKC; RGBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 258 x 200 x 27. Weight in Grams: 950.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 392
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471965701
- ISBN
- 9780471965701
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 395.54
€ 395.54
Hardcover. Written by a leading expert in the field, this volume provides an outstanding review of the potential effects of global warming on river flows and water resources. Series: Water Science S. Num Pages: 234 pages, notes. BIC Classification: RBKF; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 261 x 198 x 18. Weight in Grams: 660.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 234
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471965992
- ISBN
- 9780471965992
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 170.01
€ 170.01
Paperback. This book provides a non-technical look at tropical climatology. It uses diagrams and graphs to describe geographic, economic and social aspects of the tropical world. This edition includes the Walker circulation and ENSO and their worldwide climate effects. Num Pages: 352 pages, maps, diagrams. BIC Classification: 1QMT; RBP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 173 x 245 x 22. Weight in Grams: 636.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471966111
- ISBN
- 9780471966111
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 103.75
€ 103.75
Hardcover. This text argues that hydrologists of the 21st century should look beyond the traditional boundaries of river channel, or river catchment areas to consider how water resources can be managed in an integrated and sustainable way. Editor(s): Wilby, Rob. Num Pages: 368 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: KNBW; RBKF; RNF; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 164 x 26. Weight in Grams: 664.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471966364
- ISBN
- 9780471966364
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 297.42
€ 297.42
Paperback. This book brings together material essential for the understanding and application of techniques used in relation to water wells. Adopting a practical approach, emphasis is put on field-based trials and effective implementation. The basic concepts of hydrogeology are presented, explaining the fundamentals of subsurface hydraulics. Series: Wiley Series in Water Resources Engineering. Num Pages: 394 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KCF; RBKF; TQS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 170 x 22. Weight in Grams: 684.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 394
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471966951
- ISBN
- 9780471966951
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 187.85
€ 187.85
Paperback. This invaluable overview of fluvial geomorphology provides river engineers and managers, who may lack specialist training, with useful insights into, and understanding of, natural channel forms and fluvial processes. Editor(s): Thorne, C. R.; Hey, Richard D.; Newson, Malcolm D. Num Pages: 384 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: RBKF; RGB; TQS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 171 x 20. Weight in Grams: 628.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471969686
- ISBN
- 9780471969686
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 130.51
€ 130.51
Hardcover. The text describes the impact and management of rivers and covers issues of river channel stability, flood control, water quality, amelioration of detrimental impacts of utilitarian uses and provision of in-stream habitat in a generally arid continent. Editor(s): Brizga, Sandra; Finlayson, Brian L. Series: International Association of Geomorphologists. Num Pages: 310 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: 1F; 1MBF; RBGD; RBKF; RNF; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 256 x 178 x 23. Weight in Grams: 718.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 310
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471969761
- ISBN
- 9780471969761
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 443.95
€ 443.95
Hardcover. This work discusses the design, maintenance and management problems in estuaries that sedimentary movements cause, and how to predict such movement in the future. The collection of papers explores these issues from both the engineers and the scientists viewpoint. Num Pages: 474 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RBGB; RBGD; TQS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 250 x 184 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1000.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 474
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471970989
- ISBN
- 9780471970989
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 298.35
€ 298.35
Hardcover. A critical issue which is fundamentally affecting the development of the Earth Observation sector is not so much the technology but the data policy. The conditions which govern access to the data, distribution of the data and the price of the data are now vital to the exploitation of this important environmental data resource. Num Pages: 162 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: PGS; RB; RGW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 242 x 162 x 15. Weight in Grams: 406.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 162
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471971887
- ISBN
- 9780471971887
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 297.42
€ 297.42
Hardcover. Discusses probabilistic models for the occurrence and non-occurrence of physical events, and for their magnitude of severity when they do occur. This book describes how probabilistic models may be used to make predictions where water is a medium of transport for sediment and pollutants. Num Pages: 198 pages, references. BIC Classification: PBWL; RBGB; RBKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 239 x 163 x 20. Weight in Grams: 440.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 198
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471973485
- ISBN
- 9780471973485
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 199.31
€ 199.31
Hardcover. This text deals with methods of measuring the flow in rivers and open channels to obtain the necessary data to serve, among others, the following functions: the supply of water systems; the control of pollution; the design of highway bridges and culverts; flood management; and power production. Editor(s): Herschy, Reginald W. Num Pages: 384 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: RBKF; TQS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 251 x 177 x 30. Weight in Grams: 828.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471973508
- ISBN
- 9780471973508
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 288.51
€ 288.51