Book description
Harnessing recent developments in computer technology, the latest New
Naturalist volume uses the most up-to-date and accurate maps, diagrams
and photographs to analyse the diverse landscapes of Scotland.
Most people share an enthusiasm for beautiful and breathtaking scenery,
explored variously through the physical challenge of climbing to the top
of the tallest mountains or the joy of viewing the work of a painter;
but while easy to admire from a distance, such landscapes are usually
difficult to explain in words.
Peter Friend highlights the many famous and much loved natural
landscapes of Scotland, ranging from the rolling, agricultural lowlands
of the east to the wild and rugged mountains of the west, from the
whitewashed villages of Galloway to the traditional fishing ports of the
east. He provides detailed explanations for the wide variety of natural
events and processes that have caused such an exciting range of surroundings.
Setting apart the topography that has resulted from natural rather than
man-made occurrences, Friend focuses on each region individually, from
the windswept islands that fringe the Atlantic to the sheltered straths
of Perthshire, and explains the history and development of their land
structures through detailed descriptions and colourful diagrams.
Illustrated with beautifully detailed photographs throughout, Scotland
comprehensively explores the formation of these wonderful landscapes
that are so universally admired.
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the Collins New Naturalists series. 'In the seven decades of its
existence [the New Naturalist series] has acquired something like iconic
status. This introduction to the country's geology marries
approachability with scientific rigour. A general guide this book may
be, but it's impressive alike in its scientific details and in its
comprehensive coverage.' The Scotsman
'Authoritative, but readable … anyone interested in how the current
landscapes of Scotland were formed - this is an excellent addition to
the available literature.' Scottish Birds
'A tribute to the author's expository skills and profound knowledge of
the country of his childhood, and to his colleagues at the University of
Cambridge […]. I pity the Londoner whom it does not inspire to visit
Scotland.' The London Naturalist
Praise for the New Naturalist series:
'The series is an amazing achievement.' The Times Literary Supplement
'The books are glorious to own.' Independent Peter Friend retired in
2001 after a career spent teaching and researching in the Department of
Earth Sciences at the University of Cambridge. His boyhood was spent in
Scotland, where he became fascinated by the variety and beauty of the
natural landscapes. From his base in Cambridge, he carried out research
programmes in Spitsbergen, Greenland, Spain, Pakistan and India, and
became increasingly aware of the importance of rivers in shaping
landscapes. He is currently Chairman of the Friends of the Sedgwick
Museum of Earth Sciences and Emeritus Fellow of Darwin College,
Cambridge.
