We provide a brief synopsis of the unique physical and ecological attributes of sandy beach
ecosystems and review the main anthropogenic pressures acting on the world's single …

Abstract The Last Interglacial (MIS 5e, 128–116 ka) is among the most studied past periods
in Earth's history. The climate at that time was warmer than today, primarily due to different …

Coastal zones constitute one of the most heavily populated and developed land zones in the
world. Despite the utility and economic benefits that coasts provide, there is no reliable …

Coastal Geomorphology, Second Edition is a comprehensive and systematic introduction to
this subject and demonstrates the dynamic nature of coastal landforms, providing a …

Page 1 THIRD ENGLISH EDITION OF BROWN AND McLACHLAN’S ‘SANDY SHORES’ - THE
ECOLOGY SANDY SHORES - Anton McLachlan and Omar Defeo -> Page 2 THE ECOLOGY …

The world's coastlines represent a myriad of dynamic and constantly changing
environments. Heavily settled and intensely used areas, they are of enormous importance to …

Coastal area constitutes a vulnerable environment and requires special attention to
preserve ecosystems and human activities therein. To this aim, many studies have been …

The Ecology of Sandy Shores provides the students and researchers with a one-volume
resource for understanding the conservation and management of the sandy shore …

This comprehensive book provides full coverage of beach management principles and
practice, with an emphasis on needs-based management. The book provides a wealth of …

In the face of a global rise in sea level, understanding the response of the shoreline to
changes in sea level is a critical scientific goal to inform policy makers and managers. A …