Endorsements
What readers said about Fundamentals of the Physical Environment:
This fourth edition:
'I still believe it to be the best available introductory level text in the
field. It is well written, has a good bibliography, provides the most
comprehensive overview of the material I have found to date, and updates are
frequent and appropriate... It can be used effectively as an encyclopedia of the
field. Consequently it provides a good foundation for further study within and
beyond the classroom.'
- Matthew Bampton, Associate Professor of
Geography,University of Southern Maine, USA
' This new edition will ensure its status as the definitive core text for
entry level physical geography undergraduate students is retained for some time
to come. It is clear, accessible and very well structured.'
- Phil
Porter, Senior Lecturer, Division of Geography and Environmental Sciences,
University of Hertfordshire, UK
''With lots of new material including some excellent additional sections on
carbon cycling, and extensive colour illustrations which really add to
understanding in some areas, this is a very welcome update to a classic
introductory text.'
- Martin Evans, Senior Lecturer, School of
Environment and Development, University of Manchester, UK
'The fourth edition takes this textbook firmly into a global society that is
increasingly interested in the effects of climate change. New, updated and
modernised chapters strengthen its position amongst the top educational
resources in physical geography and environmental sciences.'
- Jaco H.
Baas,Lecturer in Fine Particle Dynamics, School of Ocean Sciences,University of
Wales, Bangor
'This new edition substantially upgrades numerous topics to
illustrate even better the clear interplay between the human scene and
physical processes. Although intended as an introductory textbook it is equally
well suited as an important reference book for the professional earth
scientist.'
- D.D. Trent, Professor Emeritus, Department of Physical
Sciences and Engineering, Citrus Community College, Glendora,
California
' Fundamentals of the Physical Environment is the ideal text for
environmental students - whether focusing on the physical sciences, the social
sciences or the humanities - to provide the foundation they need for
understanding how the natural world works. This is plainly superior to standard
earth system science treatments used in undergraduate teaching for its easily
explored depth of inquiry, for the holistic picture it provides, for the clear
graphical treatment of complex topics, and for its simple and very natural
organization ... Its currency for a textbook could hardly be more compelling. An
overview of this scope and accessibility should be a "must read" and enduring
resource for everyone concerned about the world's natural environment. It is the
basic nuts-and-bolts-a "user's guide" for living on Earth's
surface.'
-Rick Hazlett, Professor of Geology,Pomona College,
California
Third edition:
'A mainstay of undergraduate teaching in Physical Geography and this new
edition will enhance its deserved position. Written in a lucid and readable
style, the book is also well illustrated.'
- Michael Fullen, University
of Wolverhampton, UK
Second edition:
'The best text for my first-year physical geography courses for over ten
years...The authors are to be complimented on their clear and easy
style.'
- Chris Young, Christchurch University College, Canterbury,
NZ
'If this book had been available during my undergraduate years, it would have
saved me a lot of time and effort searching for several texts when this one book
would have been sufficient...At such a reasonable price, this book is highly
recommended for first-year undergraduates who require a broad background in this
field.'
- International Journal of Environmental Education and
Information, Vol 17, No.1, Jan 98