Landscapes and Landforms of Spain

• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Other Authors: Gutiérrez, Francisco (Editor), Gutiérrez, Mateo (Editor)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Dordrecht : Springer Netherlands : Imprint: Springer, 2014.
• Series: World Geomorphological Landscapes,
• Subjects: Geography.; Geographical information systems.; Physical geography.; Geomorphology.; Soil science.; Soil conservation.; Physical Geography.; Geographical Information Systems/Cartography.; Soil Science & Conservation.
• Physical Description: XVII, 348 p. 248 illus., 243 illus. in color. online resource.
• ISBN: 9789401786287
• ISSN: 2213-2090

The Landscapes and Landforms of Spain provides an informative and inviting overview of the geology and geomorphology of Spain. It incorporates a diverse range of topics, ranging from the fiery landscapes of the Canary Islands and its volcanic formations to the glacial scenery of the Pyrenees. The book devotes attention to granite landforms, karst terrains, coastal dunes and marshes, as well as to heritage and conservation, with the objective of offering the reader a comprehensive insight into the Spanish geological setting. The book presents readers with the opportunity to explore Spanish landforms in detail through its highly illustrated pages and maps, making this an appealing text on the subject field.