Janin, Hunt, 1940-

Rising sea levels : an introduction to cause and impact / Hunt Janin and Scott A. Mandia. - Jefferson, NC : McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers, c2012. - vii, 211 p. : ill., maps ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 183-204) and index.

"The fundamental point of this book is that, in the past, the world's political, economic, military, and social development took place during a time of relatively stable sea level. That time, however, is now over: The world must begin to cope with inevitable increases in sea level. These increases are certain to have important domestic and international consequences"--Provided by publisher.

9780786459568

2012037149


Sea level--Climatic factors.
Coast changes.
Floods.
Climatic changes.

GC89 / .J355 2012

551.45/8