Geography Fact Files: Coastlines

This exciting series provides a lively introduction to core geography topics. Each book is packed with information, facts and figures, and examples from all around the globe. Clear maps and diagrams extend the expertly-written text, which covers key themes of physical geography, environmental issues, tourism and the interaction of people with the particular environment.

This book is full of information about coastlines, from the rapidly eroding cliffs of the Suffolk coast to the rocky shores of northern California and the coral islands of the Pacific Ocean. The ways coastlines change, why they are so popular with humans, their dangers and the threats to their unique environment are all included.

Features:
- Different types of coastline
- Coastal wildlife
- Coasts and the weather
- Dangers and disasters
- Coastal industries
- Tourism and settlement
- Environmental pollution