| Author |
Merrill, Frederick J. H. (Frederick James Hamilton), 1861-1916 |
| Title |
Barrier beaches of the Atlantic coast
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| Original Publication |
United States: D. Appleton and Company,1890.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Charlene Taylor, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Barrier Beaches of the Atlantic Coast" by Frederick J. H. Merrill is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the geological and ecological characteristics of barrier beaches along the Atlantic coast, specifically from Cape Cod to Cape Florida. It examines their formation, growth, and the ecological conditions that influence their vegetation, highlighting their importance in protecting the mainland from ocean storms. In this work, Merrill discusses the structure and evolution of the barrier beaches, describing them as sandy islands and peninsulas, formed by continuous processes of sedimentation driven by tidal currents and winds. He offers detailed observations of notable beaches like Sandy Hook and Seven-Mile Beach, exploring their historical changes and the impact of human activities, such as the construction of railroads and buildings, on these natural formations. The author also reflects on the environmental dynamics, including erosion and accretion, affecting the beaches, while proposing that proper coastal management, like constructing jetties, can help mitigate the destructive effects of ocean currents. Through his analysis, Merrill conveys the critical relationship between these unique landforms and coastal ecology, providing a comprehensive understanding of their significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
QE: Science: Geology
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| Subject |
Beaches -- New Jersey
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| Subject |
Barrier islands
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68564 |
| Release Date |
Jul 19, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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