Geomorphology of Upland Peat

Erosion, Form and Landscape Change

Martin Evans author Jeff Warburton author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Published:13th Aug '10

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The Geomorphology of Upland Peat offers a detailed synthesis of existing literature on peat erosion, incorporating new research ideas and data from two leading experts in the field.


  • Presents the most detailed and current work to date

  • Written in a style that is both intelligent and accessible

  • Fully illustrated with original drawings and photographs

  • Relevant and information for a broad audience working on organic sediments in various environments

"This book is a timely, comprehensive and authoritative overview of recent research on peatland erosion and geomorphological change. It addresses a vacant niche in the wetland literature and takes forward the peatland research agenda in new and interesting directions."
—Dan Charman, University of Plymouth

"Peat is one of our most precious natural resources. This important textbook takes us through the many challenges of researching, understanding and restoring peatlands. Timely, instructive and comprehensive, this book has the distinction of being essential to academics as well as practical conservationists concerned with peat."
—Des Thompson, Scottish Natural Heritage and Joint Nature Conservation Committee

ISBN: 9781444337419

Dimensions: 231mm x 154mm x 14mm

Weight: 463g

288 pages