Karst and Caves of Southeast Asia
Uniquely focusing on karst and caves across the whole of Southeast Asia, this book explores karst areas that were previously only known to a small group of explorers, facilitating further study and understanding the global relevance of these unique karst lands. Part one systematically surveys karst and cave formations by country and region, covering both protected and non-protected areas. Part two addresses the many aspects of contemporary karst and cave science and management, from the historical and archaeological significance of caves, their touristic and economic importance, to the sustainable management of protected areas. Abundantly illustrated with images by well-known cave photographers, this is a timely and relevant book that will appeal to professionals studying and managing karst and cave areas as well as to anyone with an interest in the exploration of caves and their unique geological and ecological features.
Part I: Regional Overview
1. Introduction: Tectonics, Geomorphology, and Climate
2. Karst and Caves of Viet Nam
3. Karst and Caves of Cambodia
4. Karst and Caves of Malaysia
5. Karst and Caves of Thailand
6. Karst and Caves of Laos
7. Karst and Caves of Myanmar
8. Karst and Caves of Indonesia
9. Karst of Timor
10. Karst and Caves of the Philippines
Part II: Cave and Karst Science and Management
11. Dominant Karst Landforms in Southeast Asia
12. Karst Hydrology and Water Resources
13. Cave Biology and Ecology
14. The Role of Biogenetic Processes in Southeast Asian Caves
15. Palaeoclimates and Evironmental Change
16. Sacred Caves of Southeast Asia
17. Archaeology in Caves and Karst
18. Cave Tourism and Management
19. Resource Management Issues
20. Karst Protected Area Management
Further Reading
Glossary
Index
| Pm Supplier | Wiley & Sons Ltd |
|---|---|
| Pm Publisher | John Wiley & Sons |
| Pm Isbn 10 | 1394269323 |
| Pm Isbn 13 | 9781394269327 |
| Pm Publication Date | 2026-12-10 |
| Pm Author | Gillieson,David Shaw, Bolger,Terry, Laumanns,Michael |
- Author: Gillieson,David Shaw, Bolger,Terry, Laumanns,Michael
- Page Count: 544
- Publication Date: 2026-12-10
Karst and Caves of Southeast Asia
- Author: Gillieson,David Shaw, Bolger,Terry, Laumanns,Michael
- Page Count: 544
- Publication Date: 2026-12-10
