Includes bibliographical references (pages [445]-522) and index.
Contents:
The Quaternary record -- Geomorphological evidence -- Lithological evidence -- Biological evidence -- Dating methods -- Approaches to Quaternary stratigraphy and correlation -- Global environmental change during the Quaternary.
Summary:
"Examines the various forms of evidence used to establish the history and scale of environmental changes during the Quaternary. This book examines a wide range palaeological indicators, and synthesises field and laboratory techniques . It is widely illustrated and employs progressive learning techniques throughout"-- Provided by publisher. "Examines the various forms of evidence used to establish the history and scale of environmenal changes during the Quaternary. This book examines a wide range palaeological indicators, and synthesises field and laboratory techniques . It is widely illustrated and employs progressive learning techniques throughout"-- Provided by publisher.
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