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Title: Landscapes and Landforms of Switzerland
Author : Emmanuel Reynard
Release Date : January 09, 2020
Genre: Geology,Books,Science & Nature,Geography,
Pages : * pages
Size : 710449 KB

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This book provides a comprehensive overview of the Landscapes and Landforms of Switzerland. It covers the country’s geological and tectonic context, together with its climatic context, geomorphological history, structural and karstic landscapes, glacial and periglacial landscapes, landscapes with natural hazards, geomorphology and society, and the preservation of its geomorphological heritage. Richly illustrated, it presents case studies on some of the country’s most famous natural sites, including the Matterhorn, Aletsch Glacier, Sardona Tectonic Arena, and Engadine, among others.