"This indispensible book takes a structured and global approach to the subject of large rivers, covering geomorphology, hydrology, ecology, and anthropogenic environment. It offers a thorough foundation for readers who are new to the field and presents enlightening discussions a…
"The book introduces the environmental characteristics of river basins and forms and functions of channels commonly seen among the large rivers of the world. Specific discussions cover their complex geology, water, and sediment. The great lengths of these rivers stretch across a…
by Recorded Books, Inc, Gupta, Avijit, Junk, Wolfgang J., Slaymaker, Olav
An accessible introduction to large rivers, including coverage of the geomorphology, hydrology, ecology, and environments of large river systems This indispensible book takes a structured and global approach to the subject of large rivers, covering geomorphology, hydrology, ecol…