Geophysical Waves and Flows

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'At last! An applied mathematician who ably explains complicated geophysical phenomena thoroughly and transparently. Read, enjoy and learn! I have.' Paul Roberts, University of California, Los Angeles 'This is a feast for mathematically literate oceanographers and atmospheric scientists and a crucial reference for established mathematicians who may be embarking on research in one of these disciplines. The amazing array of types of wave and flow is systematically analyzed by presenting them as examples of fundamental principles with shared mathematical features. The comprehensive coverage of the subject ensures both immediate usefulness and an extended life as a reference work.' Frank Stacey, formerly of CSIRO '... a unique book ... The holistic approach - of including the history, basic properties, relevance and modern usage of waves in the diverse areas of geophysics - makes the book an ideal companion for every geophysicist and a valuable resource in every library.' Ibrahim Eltayeb, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman 'This book is an important contribution to geophysics and applied mathematics. Its goal is to present a uni?ed approach to geophysical waves and ?ows in a systematic manner. The omni-pervasive subject that it discusses makes it attractive for researchers both in geophysics and astrophysics. Furthermore, the structure of this volume is a multilayered one, so that it can be accessed by a variety of audiences.' Silvia De Bianchi, Mathematical Reviews