This second edition, enhanced with more than 30 new figures, provides an up-to-date overview of physical geography suitable for all those with a personal or professional interest in environmental processes, climate change and understanding of the Earth-s landforms and dynamics. The text provides explanations of processes, enabling the reader to understand the interconnected nature of the Earth-s system, and has been updated to include new developments and case studies with insights from satellite observations and data analysis using artificial intelligence.
The book begins by outlining the nature of the Earth system, concepts around environmental thresholds and feedbacks, planetary boundaries for human survival, and humans as a dominant driver of environmental change. The second chapter examines features associated with plate tectonics, the role of weathering and erosion in shaping landscapes, and soil functions and management. Chapter 3 deals with the climate system, describi
