Description: The North Carolina Shore and Its Barrier Islands: Restless Ribbons of Sand (Living with the Shore) Paperback – October 13, 1998 by Orrin H. Pilkey (Author), William J. Neal (Author), Stanley R. Riggs (Author), Craig A. Webb (Author), & 4 North Carolina Shore and Its Barrier Islands is the latest volume in the series, Living with the Shore. Replacing an earlier volume, this thoroughly new book provides a diverse guide to one of America’s most popular shorelines. As is true for all books in the series, it is based on the premise that understanding the changing nature of beaches and barrier islands is essential if we are to preserve them for future generations. Evidence that the North Carolina shore is changing is never hard to find, but recently the devastation wrought by Hurricane Fran and the perilous situation of the historic lighthouse at Cape Hatteras have reminded all concerned of the fragility of this coast. Arguing for a policy of intelligent development, one in which residential and commercial structures meet rather than confront the changing nature of the shore, the authors have included practical information on hazards of many kinds—storms, tides, floods, erosion, island migration, and earthquakes. Diagrams and photographs clearly illustrate coastal processes and aid in understanding the impact of hurricanes and northeasters, wave and current dynamics, as well as pollution and other environmental destruction due to overdevelopment. A chapter on estuaries provides related information on the shores of back barrier areas that are growing in popularity for recreational residences. Risk maps focus on the natural hazards of each island and together with construction guidelines provide a basis for informed island management. Lastly, the dynamics of coastal politics and management are reviewed through an analysis of the controversies over the decision to move the Cape Hatteras lighthouse and a proposed effort to stabilize Oregon Inlet. From the natural and historic perspective of the opening chapters to the regional discussions of individual barrier islands, this book is both a primer on coastal processes for the first time visitor as well as a guide to hazard identification for property owners.Merry Christmas!COOKBOOKS! Just in time for holiday baking. Great gifts too. Contact me to combine purchases before paying. Because I list so many different kinds of items with different shipping options I try to do my best to get the best for you. Multiple purchase? Wait or request invoice. Other option, go ahead and purchase and I can refund shipping difference. Most items give you options. USPS ground is usually the least expensive unless you need it fast. You can click on listing to get options. I dont do international shipping without pre approval. Too many problems. I still list summer clothes when I have space. Some people are lucky and travel somewhere warm during winter. (Like a Cruise)If your interested in picking up locally ( College Station Texas ) without the shipping charges let me know. I will adjust your payment if local isn't on the list of shipping options. . You still have to pay taxes since I do. Note! Im trying when I have space to show you when items are made in USA. Think its important these days. On some of the books I separate out the cost of book from shipping. Powered by SixBit's eCommerce Solution
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Book Title: North Carolina Shore and Its Barrier Islands : Restless Ribbons of Sand
Number of Pages: 344 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Duke University Press
Publication Year: 1998
Topic: Environmental Science (See Also Chemistry / Environmental), Environmental Conservation & Protection, United States / State & Local / South (Al, Ar, Fl, Ga, Ky, La, ms, Nc, SC, Tn, VA, WV), Real Estate / General, Natural Resources
Item Height: 0.6 in
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Nature, Science, Business & Economics, History
Item Weight: 19.4 Oz
Author: David M. Bush, Orrin H. Pilkey, Stanley R. Riggs, Craig A. Webb, William J. Neal
Item Length: 9.8 in
Item Width: 5.9 in
Book Series: Living with the Shore Ser.
Format: Trade Paperback
