Rivers in the Landscape

Rivers in the Landscape, 2nd Edition, is a textbook that examines the physical processes and forms of river systems. It presents general principles and conceptual models grounded in concrete examples drawn from scientific research on rivers.

The text emphasizes connectivity between rivers and the wider landscape, exploring interactions with tectonics, climate, biota, and human activities. Coverage spans varied fluvial settings, ranging from mountainous headwaters to lowland floodplain rivers across arctic and tropical regions.

Designed for advanced undergraduate students, graduate students, and professionals seeking an overview of physical river dynamics, the volume serves as both a course text and a general reference. It introduces foundational scientific papers alongside guides to integrative literature.