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OverviewEmpirical research needs a profound theory to be successful. This is the simple but, in its consequences, radical approach for this study in geomorphology. It critically analyses the current system understanding and offers a new view for a geomorphology that understands systems as being open but at the same time operationally closed, as self-organized, structure-building and potentially self-referential. Kirsten von Elverfeldt succeeds in designing a theoretical framework that sets new standards within Physical Geography. By using state-of-the-art concepts in system theory, it offers also new bridges to Human Geography as well as to other neighbouring disciplines. This book was awarded the Dissertation prize 2010 of the German Working Group in Geomorphology of the DGfG and the Hans Bobek-prize of the ÖGG (Austrian Geographical Society). Full Product DetailsAuthor: Kirsten von ElverfeldtPublisher: Springer Imprint: Springer Edition: 2012 ed. Dimensions: Width: 15.50cm , Height: 1.00cm , Length: 23.50cm Weight: 0.250kg ISBN: 9789400795228ISBN 10: 940079522 Pages: 142 Publication Date: 16 April 2014 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsForeword Preface 1. (System-)Theoretical thinking: A challenge to geomorphology? 2. Observation and distinction: the underlying method Part I: Problem areas 3. First problem area: Coherence of basic assumptions and concepts 4. Second problem area: Openness and determinacy 5. Third problem area: The physical basis 6. Fourth problem area: Equilibria 7. Fifth problem area: Complexity and non-linearity 8. Tentative conclusions in two steps Part II: Consequences and implications 9. Epistemological consequences 10. Practical implications 11. Meeting the challenge: An approach towards a geomorphological system theory 12. Summary 13. References IndexReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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