This text focuses on an area of study which has become increasingly popular. It begins by defining and classifying natural hazards and then goes on to a detailed analysis of climatic, geological and geomorphic hazards. Physical processes and natural systems, social, economic and demographic impacts, human responses and strategies for prediction, prevention and management are covered, with people-environment relations highlighted throughout the text. Case studies at local, regional, national and international scales are provided, each based on pertinent material. Questions are integrated into the text and an enquiry-based approach is taken to challenge the reader.
- ISBN10 034074944X
- ISBN13 9780340749449
- Publish Date 27 October 2000 (first published 3 June 1996)
- Publish Status Transferred
- Out of Print 24 November 2009
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Hodder Arnold
- Edition 2nd Revised edition
- Format Paperback
- Pages 160
- Language English