The Cryosphere - (Princeton Primers in Climate) by Shawn J Marshall (Paperback)

The Cryosphere is a comprehensive guide to understanding Earth's snow and ice masses, providing an essential introduction to this critical part of our planet's climate system.

Written by one of the world's leading experts in Earth-system science, this primer covers each component of the cryosphere, including seasonal snow, permafrost, river and lake ice, sea ice, glaciers, ice sheets, and ice shelves.

With a focus on how snow and ice interact with our atmosphere and oceans, as well as their impact on climate, sea level, and ocean circulation, this book is both accessible and authoritative.

Featuring a glossary of key terms, suggestions for further reading, explanations of equations, and a discussion of open research questions in the field, The Cryosphere is an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the complex and rapidly changing world of Earth's snow and ice masses.