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The author imparts an understanding of the processes acting on our landscapes and environment at the present time. Goudie's coverage ranges from the global to the local and integrates the study of landforms, climate, hydrology, soils, plants, and animals. In addition, he provides an historical perspective and investigates natural climatic changes, hazardous events, and human impacts. The book is up-to-date and well illustrated, and includes numerous case studies and helpful guides to further reading. It is an ideal introduction for newcomers to the fields of environmental and physical geography.Goudie, Andrew S. is the author of 'Andrew Goudie's the Nature of the Environment' with ISBN 9780631186328 and ISBN 0631186328.
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