Essentials of Geomorphology

Written for introductory geomorphology courses, this textbook covers the major types of landforms, both on Earth as well as on planets and moons. Beautifully illustrated, easy-to-read, and non-quantitative, it is suitable for all readers interested in the physical landscape, irrespective of their previous background in geography or geology.

Essentials of Geomorphology is an introductory textbook covering the latest research on landforms, both on Earth as well as on planets and moons. This easy-to-read, non-quantitative textbook hones in on the knowledge of leading experts in the field, and presents the practicality, applications and necessity of geomorphology. Replete with beautiful color figures and photographs, it contains in-depth discussions on fluvial and glacial geomorphology while also covering topics such as planetary geomorphology, biogeomorphology, Earth history and climate change, and periglacial systems. Descriptive, but also process-driven, it is intended for readers interested in physical landscapes, regardless of their previous background or level of training in geography or geology. To this end, it only includes the basic mathematics needed to understand the concepts presented.