The Global Cryosphere Past, Present, and Future
The Global Cryosphere Past, Present, and Future by Roger G. Barry, published by Cambridge University Press on May 5, 2022, is a comprehensive exploration of the Earth’s cryosphere. This second edition spans 586 pages and is presented in English, offering an updated overview of the rapid changes occurring in cryospheric components due to climate change. The book reviews the history, physical and chemical characteristics, geographical distributions, and projected future states of elements such as polar sea ice, mountain glaciers, and permafrost.
Readers will find detailed discussions on the models used to understand cryosphere processes and predict future changes, incorporating data from advanced sources like GlobSnow-2 CRYOSAT and ICESAT. The text includes a thorough summary of changes in land ice, freshwater ice, and ice sheets, supported by over 120 figures and an extensive bibliography. Additionally, the book features end-of-chapter review questions, making it a valuable resource for students and researchers interested in Earth sciences, geography, and climate change.
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Recent studies indicate that – due to climate change – the Earth is undergoing rapid changes in all cryospheric components, including polar sea ice shrinkage, mountain glacier recession, thawing permafrost, and diminishing snow cover. This book provides a comprehensive summary of all components of the Earth’s cryosphere, reviewing their history, physical and chemical characteristics, geographical distributions, and projected future states. This new edition has been completely updated throughout, and provides state-of-the-art data from GlobSnow-2 CRYOSAT, ICESAT, and GRACE. It includes a comprehensive summary of cryospheric changes in land ice, permafrost, freshwater ice, sea ice, and ice sheets. It discusses the models developed to understand cryosphere processes and predict future changes, including those based on remote sensing, field campaigns, and long-term ground observations. Boasting an extensive bibliography, over 120 figures, and end-of-chapter review questions, it is an ideal resource for students and researchers of the cryosphere.
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