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Hardcover. Channelized Rivers Perspectives for Environmental Management Andrew Brookes Environmental Consultant, Reading, UK For centuries engineers have modified river channels in order to control floods, drain land, prevent erosion and improve navigation. Num Pages: 342 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: RBGD; RGB; TNCC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 242 x 166 x 25. Weight in Grams: 656.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1989
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 342
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471919797
- ISBN
- 9780471919797
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 559.26
€ 559.26
Hardcover. The studies in this volume examine aeolian transport mechanisms, erosional landforms and the evolution, geomorphology and ecology of dunefields. Physical and human influences on coastal dunes are also examined. Editor(s): Nordstrom, Karl F.; Psuty, Norbert P.; Carter, Bill. Series: Coastal Morphology and Research Series. Num Pages: 410 pages, 100 line drawings, 62 half-tones, 16 tables, index. BIC Classification: RBGD; RGB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 241 x 163 x 28. Weight in Grams: 760.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 410
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471918424
- ISBN
- 9780471918424
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 677.28
€ 677.28
Paperback. This introduction to the study of coastal geomorphology provides a background for people inteested in how coastal features (such as cliffs, beaches, spits or deltas) have developed. It also demonstrates the dynamic nature of coastal landforms and provides a background for analytical planning. Num Pages: 340 pages, maps. BIC Classification: RBKC; RGBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 247 x 191 x 18. Weight in Grams: 638.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 340
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471899778
- ISBN
- 9780471899778
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 88.47
€ 88.47
Hardcover. This text brings together in one single comprehensive reference, the fundamentals of radioactivity. It is timely and invaluable as the studies of environmental processes and the awareness of the impact of human activity on our environment are increasing. Num Pages: 490 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: PN; RB; RNQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 173 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1072.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 490
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471899235
- ISBN
- 9780471899235
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 290.60
€ 290.60
Hardcover. An understanding of sediment sources and pathways helps in solving environmental problems and maintaining biological diversity. This book brings together monitoring, single or multitracer measurements and the development of modelling strategies in aeolian, marine and fluvial environments. Editor(s): Foster, Ian D. L. Series: British Geomorphological Research Group Symposia Series. Num Pages: 576 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RBGB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 177 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1176.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 576
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471896029
- ISBN
- 9780471896029
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 408.60
€ 408.60
Hardcover. The purpose of this book is to demonstrate that the land-based geomorphological evidence of environmental change from late Pleistocene, Holocene, historical and contemporary time periods remain central to the understanding of environmental change both at the global and regional scale. Editor(s): Slaymaker, Olav. Series: International Association of Geomorphologists. Num Pages: 334 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RBG; RGB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 256 x 181 x 25. Weight in Grams: 756.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 334
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471895909
- ISBN
- 9780471895909
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 473.89
€ 473.89
Hardcover. Addresses reservoirs as unique ecological systems and presents research indicating that reservoirs fall into two or three highly concatenated, interactive ecological systems ranging from riverine to lacustrine or hybrid systems. Includes some controversial concepts about the limnology of reservoirs, which make for interesting reading. Num Pages: 256 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: RBKF; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 232 x 162 x 23. Weight in Grams: 554.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471885016
- ISBN
- 9780471885016
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 445.02
€ 445.02
Paperback. Introduces geophysical methods used to explore for natural resources and to survey earth structure for purposes of geological and engineering knowledge. These methods include seismic refraction and reflection surveying, gravity and magnetic field surveying, electrical resistivity and electromagnetic field surveying, and geophysical well logging. Num Pages: 576 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PHVG; RBGL. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 191 x 31. Weight in Grams: 1002.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1988
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 0099-
- Number of pages
- 576
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471879411
- ISBN
- 9780471879411
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 289.34
€ 289.34
Hardcover. A revised edition designed to reflect new developments in the field of paleoecology. It reviews techniques for reconstruction of ancient environments, including the biological, chemical and physical principles of each technique, and provides case studies to describe palaeogeologic procedures. Num Pages: 528 pages, 350 line drawings, charts, diagrams, photographs, tables. BIC Classification: HDDA; RBGG; RBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 237 x 164 x 35. Weight in Grams: 902.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 528
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471857112
- ISBN
- 9780471857112
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 564.28
€ 564.28
Paperback. Described here are the techniques and fundamental concepts underlying the production and marketing of vegetable crops, particularly those crops that contribute to the commercial vitality of the vegetable industry in the western hemisphere. Num Pages: 448 pages, illustrations, index. BIC Classification: RB; TVS; WM. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 188 x 24. Weight in Grams: 784.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1987
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471850229
- ISBN
- 9780471850229
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 279.30
€ 279.30
Hardcover. Written for engineers without a background in seismic design. Provides design standards and parameters, explaining how to interpret and apply them. Examines and recommends procedures to accommodate the enormous forces and variations in effects common to major earthquakes. Series: Wiley Series of Practical Construction Guides. Num Pages: 328 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: RBC; TNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 237 x 166 x 23. Weight in Grams: 620.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471839811
- ISBN
- 9780471839811
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 176.35
€ 176.35
Paperback. The most complete text and reference on contemporary beef cattle production available. New edition merges current production technology with management and flexible marketing. Text organization reflects the industry: cow--calf (including purebred herds), stocker or growing phase, and the feedlot or finishing phase. Num Pages: 336 pages, illustrations, map, plans, index. BIC Classification: RB; TVH; WNF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 188 x 19. Weight in Grams: 606.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1986
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 8th Edition
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471825357
- ISBN
- 9780471825357
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 301.90
€ 301.90
Hardcover. Presents essential information on the fundamental properties of soils and how they are affected under urban conditions. Num Pages: 416 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: AMV; RBGB; TVS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 166 x 28. Weight in Grams: 764.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 416
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471805984
- ISBN
- 9780471805984
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 210.24
€ 210.24
Hardcover. Methods and guidelines for developing and using mathematical models Turn to Effective Groundwater Model Calibration for a set of methods and guidelines that can help produce more accurate and transparent mathematical models. The models can represent groundwater flow and transport and other natural and engineered systems. Num Pages: 480 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: PBW; RBKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 162 x 30. Weight in Grams: 798.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 480
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471776369
- ISBN
- 9780471776369
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 156.80
€ 156.80
Hardcover. Groundwater hydrology-the study of the occurrence, distribution, and movement of water beneath the earth's surface-involves concepts from a number of traditional sciences, including geology, soil science, physics, chemistry, and biology. Num Pages: 488 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RBKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 255 x 184 x 28. Weight in Grams: 976.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 488
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471742432
- ISBN
- 9780471742432
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 166.30
€ 166.30
Hardcover. Written by a multidisciplinary group of soil and environmental scientists, Biophysico-Chemical Processes of Heavy Metals and Metalloids in Soil Environments provides the scientific community with a critical qualitative and quantitative review of the fundamentals of the processes of pollutants in soil environments. Editor(s): Violante, Antonio; Huang, Pan Ming; Gadd, Geoffrey M. Series: Wiley Series Sponsored by IUPAC in Biophysico-Chemical Processes in Environmental Systems. Num Pages: 658 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RBGB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 165 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1082.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 658
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471737780
- ISBN
- 9780471737780
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 234.92
€ 234.92
Hardcover. Leading experts in water-related fields have come together to make Water Encyclopedia a one-stop, comprehensive reference about the world's most important natural resource. It covers designated topics in a clear concise and authoritative manner. The treatment is practical in orientation, keeping in mind the needs of the users. Editor(s): Lehr, Jay H.; Keeley, Jack. Num Pages: 952 pages, Illustrations, maps, ports. BIC Classification: RBGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 286 x 222 x 48. Weight in Grams: 2350.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- Volume 1
- Number of pages
- 952
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471736875
- ISBN
- 9780471736875
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 608.98
€ 608.98
Hardcover. This volume deals with the big picture of regional water supplies, how they become contaminated, how they can be protected and how they can best serve the surrounding populations and industries. Significant focus is placed upon the natural chemistry of available water supplies and its biological impacts. Editor(s): Lehr, Jay H.; Keeley, Jack; Lehr, Janet. Num Pages: 717 pages, Illustrations, maps, ports. BIC Classification: RBGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 287 x 224 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1850.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- Volume 2
- Number of pages
- 717
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471736868
- ISBN
- 9780471736868
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 596.13
€ 596.13
Hardcover. Maximizing the use of our visible surface supplies in light of their greatest need in agriculture presents an enormous challenge throughout the world. New techniques in agricultural applications to preserve resources and increase yields are featured. Editor(s): Lehr, Jay H.; Keeley, Jack. Num Pages: 781 pages, Illustrations, maps, ports. BIC Classification: RBGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 286 x 223 x 41. Weight in Grams: 1983.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- Volume 3
- Number of pages
- 781
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471736851
- ISBN
- 9780471736851
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 626.06
€ 626.06
Hardcover. The single greatest reservoir of usable water for man lies underground. Its location, management, protection and remediation have been a central focus of hydrology for much of the past century. Experts throughout the world have covered this subject, in unimagined detail. Editor(s): Lehr, Jay H.; Keeley, Jack. Num Pages: 846 pages, Illustrations, maps, ports. BIC Classification: RBGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 284 x 222 x 43. Weight in Grams: 2134.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- Volume 5
- Number of pages
- 846
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471736837
- ISBN
- 9780471736837
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 586.64
€ 586.64