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FUNDAMENTALS OF

GEOMORPHOLOGY

Second Edition

This extensively revised and updated edition continues to present an engaging and comprehensive introduction to
the subject, exploring the world’s landforms from a broad systems perspective. It reflects on the latest developments
in the field and includes new chapters on geomorphic materials and processes, hillslopes and changing landscapes.

Fundamentals of Geomorphology begins with a consideration of the nature of geomorphology and the geomorphic
system, geomorphic materials and processes, and the quest of process and historical geomorphologists, it moves on
to discuss:

• Structure: landforms resulting from, or influenced by, the endogenic agencies of tectonic and volcanic processes,
geological structures, and rock types.
• Process and form: landforms resulting from, or influenced by, the exogenic agencies of weathering, running water,
flowing ice and meltwater, ground ice and frost, the wind, and the sea.
• History: Earth surface history, giving a discussion of Quaternary landforms and ancient landforms, including
relict, exhumed, and stagnant landscape features, the origin of old plains; and evolutionary aspects of landscape
change.

Fundamentals of Geomorphology provides a stimulating and innovative perspective on the key topics and
debates within the field of geomorphology. Written in an accessible and lively manner, it includes guides to further
reading, chapter summaries, and an extensive glossary of key terms. The book is also illustrated throughout with
over 200 informative diagrams and attractive photographs, including a colour plate section.

Richard John Huggett is a Reader in Physical Geography in the University of Manchester.