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Author: Robert William Sandford Publisher: Rocky Mountain Books Ltd ISBN: 177160154X Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 144
Book Description
The Columbia Icefield is the largest sub-polar accumulation of glacial ice in North America. Because it is possible to drive to the second largest glacier flowing out of the Columbia Icefield, it is the best-known ice age feature in Canada and a remarkably popular tourist destination. From this amazing and accessible ice mass we can learn a great deal about how water shaped our landscape in the past and how it will shape our civilization in the future. Despite a century of accelerating recession, the Columbia Icefield is still an incredible geographical feature. It is a high basin of accumulated snow and ice that presently straddles 223 square kilometres, some 86 square miles, of the Great Divide, the stupendous mountain wall that marks the boundary between the provinces of British Columbia and Alberta. It also straddles Banff and Jasper National Parks, contributing significantly to their designations as United Nations World Heritage Sites. Written by one of Canada's most respected experts on water and water-related climate processes, this remarkable book offers a clear and concise visual overview of the geological history and features of the Columbia Icefield; an outline of human presence in the glaciated landscapes of the mountain West; and a breathtaking photographic tour of one of the world's most amazing landscapes.
Author: Robert William Sandford Publisher: Rocky Mountain Books Ltd ISBN: 177160154X Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 144
Book Description
The Columbia Icefield is the largest sub-polar accumulation of glacial ice in North America. Because it is possible to drive to the second largest glacier flowing out of the Columbia Icefield, it is the best-known ice age feature in Canada and a remarkably popular tourist destination. From this amazing and accessible ice mass we can learn a great deal about how water shaped our landscape in the past and how it will shape our civilization in the future. Despite a century of accelerating recession, the Columbia Icefield is still an incredible geographical feature. It is a high basin of accumulated snow and ice that presently straddles 223 square kilometres, some 86 square miles, of the Great Divide, the stupendous mountain wall that marks the boundary between the provinces of British Columbia and Alberta. It also straddles Banff and Jasper National Parks, contributing significantly to their designations as United Nations World Heritage Sites. Written by one of Canada's most respected experts on water and water-related climate processes, this remarkable book offers a clear and concise visual overview of the geological history and features of the Columbia Icefield; an outline of human presence in the glaciated landscapes of the mountain West; and a breathtaking photographic tour of one of the world's most amazing landscapes.
Author: Robert William Sandford Publisher: Rocky Mountain Books ISBN: 9781897522370 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 64
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This is your full-color guide to Athabasca Glacier and the Columbia Icefield in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. This book combines human history, amazing stories of bravery and courage, together with a geological overview and a breath-taking visual tour of one of the world's most incredible places. As a geographic area, the Columbia Icefield looks back to a time when the world, including the early history of mankind, was dominated by ice. This book tells how glaciers are born, how they move and how they irrevocably shape the landscape they inhabit. Complete with lists, a glossary, a look at the plant and animal life of the area and important and useful tips on photography, hiking and safety, this book is both an essential guide to the area, as well as a beautiful souvenir.
Author: Alan Kane Publisher: Rocky Mountain Books Ltd ISBN: 1771600977 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 448
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Annotation Armed with first-hand information, Alan Kane describes over 170 scrambles in a clear, concise format. This includes equipment needed, when to go, how to get there, where to park and what to expect as you work your way to the summit. Photos showing the ascent line complement descriptions that include historical trivia, origins of placenames and summit views. Routes range from off-trail hiking suitable for strong hikers to challenging routes at the low end of technical climbing where use of specific handholds is required on steep, airy terrain.
Author: DK Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 1465455280 Category : Reference Languages : en Pages : 434
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Complete Atlas of the World, 3rd Edition is now fully revised and updated to reflect the latest changes in world geography, including the annexation of Crimea and the new nation of South Sudan. Bringing each featured landscape to life with detailed terrain models and color schemes and offering maps of unsurpassed quality, this atlas features four sections: a world overview, the main atlas, fact files on all the countries of the world, and an easy-to-reference index of all 100,000 place names. All maps enjoy a full double-page spread, with continents broken down into 330 carefully selected maps, including 100 city plans. You will also find a stimulating series of global thematic maps that explore Earth's place in the universe, its physical forms and processes, the living world, and the human condition. From Antarctica to Zambia, discover the Earth continent-by-continent with Complete Atlas of the World, 3rd Edition.
Author: Cameron Dunn Publisher: Hodder Education ISBN: 1471856011 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 794
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Exam Board: Edexcel Level: AS/A-level Subject: Geography First Teaching: September 2016 First Exam: June 2017 Endorsed for Edexcel. Trust the leading A level Geography publisher to boost your students' geographical knowledge and skills with a fully updated edition of our bestselling Student's Book; designed to provide the in-depth subject coverage, developmental activities and exam support you need at a time of curriculum change. - Helps students acquire, apply and revise core knowledge using clear explanations of key geographical content and concepts - Progressively builds the geographical and data skills emphasised in the 2016 specification by offering plenty of opportunities to learn and practise relevant skills for each topic - Brings geographical theory to life with a bank of engaging, up-to-date case studies, examples and place contexts - Consolidates topic knowledge and enables students to track their learning with review questions at the end of each chapter - Prepares students for the demands of AS and A level examinations by including numerous exam-style questions, ideal for skills development and rolling revision throughout the course - Makes it easier for you to meet the increased fieldwork requirements, suggesting topic-focused enquiries for both physical and human geography
Author: Robert William Sandford
Author: Robert William Sandford
Author: Robert William Sandford
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Author: Robert W. Sandford
Author: Alan Kane
Author: Robert Sandford
Author: Robert Sandford
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Author: Cameron Dunn
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