Author: John Webb
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 303124267X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 395
Book Description
This book, part of the series Cave and Karst Systems of the World, begins with a review of the interaction between people and caves in Australia (including conservation), followed by descriptions of the spectacular cave diving sites, before comprehensively covering all the major carbonate and noncarbonate karst areas, subdivided by rock type and region, and including the origin of the caves. This is followed by broad overviews of cave minerals and speleothems, cave biology and cave fossils. Each section was written by one or more specialists in the topic and is illustrated by clear diagrams and superb colour photos. The book emphasises the unique aspects of the Australian karst, including the variability in the age of the caves (very old to very young) and the impact of isolation on the stygofauna, as well as the vertebrate fossils preserved in the caves. Written in an easy-to-read style, the book is a primary reference guide to Australian karst and represents a valuable asset for anyone interested in the topic, not only cavers and academics.
Australian Caves and Karst Systems
Author: John Webb
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 303124267X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 395
Book Description
This book, part of the series Cave and Karst Systems of the World, begins with a review of the interaction between people and caves in Australia (including conservation), followed by descriptions of the spectacular cave diving sites, before comprehensively covering all the major carbonate and noncarbonate karst areas, subdivided by rock type and region, and including the origin of the caves. This is followed by broad overviews of cave minerals and speleothems, cave biology and cave fossils. Each section was written by one or more specialists in the topic and is illustrated by clear diagrams and superb colour photos. The book emphasises the unique aspects of the Australian karst, including the variability in the age of the caves (very old to very young) and the impact of isolation on the stygofauna, as well as the vertebrate fossils preserved in the caves. Written in an easy-to-read style, the book is a primary reference guide to Australian karst and represents a valuable asset for anyone interested in the topic, not only cavers and academics.
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 303124267X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 395
Book Description
This book, part of the series Cave and Karst Systems of the World, begins with a review of the interaction between people and caves in Australia (including conservation), followed by descriptions of the spectacular cave diving sites, before comprehensively covering all the major carbonate and noncarbonate karst areas, subdivided by rock type and region, and including the origin of the caves. This is followed by broad overviews of cave minerals and speleothems, cave biology and cave fossils. Each section was written by one or more specialists in the topic and is illustrated by clear diagrams and superb colour photos. The book emphasises the unique aspects of the Australian karst, including the variability in the age of the caves (very old to very young) and the impact of isolation on the stygofauna, as well as the vertebrate fossils preserved in the caves. Written in an easy-to-read style, the book is a primary reference guide to Australian karst and represents a valuable asset for anyone interested in the topic, not only cavers and academics.
Karst Processes
Author: Marjorie Mary Sweeting
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Karst
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Karst
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Occasional Paper
Author: University of the Witwatersrand. Dept. of Geography and Environmental Studies
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Geography
Languages : en
Pages : 620
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Geography
Languages : en
Pages : 620
Book Description
The Geology of South Australia: The Phanerozoic
Author: John F. Drexel
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Geology
Languages : en
Pages : 364
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Geology
Languages : en
Pages : 364
Book Description
Global Geotourism Perspectives
Author: Ross. K Dowling
Publisher: Goodfellow Publishers Ltd
ISBN: 1906884846
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
An outstanding collection of international case studies that provide insight into and suggest best practice for issues such as conservation, risk management, education, marketing, interpretation and technology of actual and developing geotourism sites.
Publisher: Goodfellow Publishers Ltd
ISBN: 1906884846
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
An outstanding collection of international case studies that provide insight into and suggest best practice for issues such as conservation, risk management, education, marketing, interpretation and technology of actual and developing geotourism sites.
Atmospheric Circulation and Precipitation Over South Africa
Author: P. D. Tyson
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Atmosphere
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Atmosphere
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Soils, an Australian Viewpoint
Author: Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (Australia). Division of Soils
Publisher: Academic Press
ISBN:
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 966
Book Description
Publisher: Academic Press
ISBN:
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 966
Book Description
Annales de géomorphologie
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Geology
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Geology
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
Bulletin - Geological Survey of South Australia
Author: Geological Survey of South Australia
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Geology
Languages : en
Pages : 364
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Geology
Languages : en
Pages : 364
Book Description
A Guide to Speleological Literature of the English Language
Author: Diana E. Northup
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 566
Book Description
"This is a family story of America's most famous cave explorer who was trapped and died in Sand Cave in 1925. That story has been told many times, but never before has the complete life of Floyd Collins been presented. Floyd's younger brother Homer tells how Floyd was fascinated with caves from his childhood, of his discovery of the famous Crystal Cave on the home property, and of the rescue attempts from the viewpoint of a brother so devoted that his extraordinary efforts to save Floyd were rewarded by his being removed from the premises while others inexperienced in working in caves carried on the unsuccessful attempt. It is a warm story of a man whose love in life was exploring caves, a man who endured his grim death with dignity and pride in his vocation."--Page 4 of cover
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 566
Book Description
"This is a family story of America's most famous cave explorer who was trapped and died in Sand Cave in 1925. That story has been told many times, but never before has the complete life of Floyd Collins been presented. Floyd's younger brother Homer tells how Floyd was fascinated with caves from his childhood, of his discovery of the famous Crystal Cave on the home property, and of the rescue attempts from the viewpoint of a brother so devoted that his extraordinary efforts to save Floyd were rewarded by his being removed from the premises while others inexperienced in working in caves carried on the unsuccessful attempt. It is a warm story of a man whose love in life was exploring caves, a man who endured his grim death with dignity and pride in his vocation."--Page 4 of cover