Changing Sea Levels

'… a most valuable addition to the library of any oceanographer - be they scientists, engineers, or managers. In fact, many other professionals - educators, elected officials, environmentalists - will find within its pages valuable and direct explanations of coastal phenomena … marine biologists, chemists, and geologists will be well served in their personal development by reading Changing Sea Levels. Last, but certainly not least, students: Dr Pugh's book will most certainly be on the reading list at Florida Institute of Technology, and I strongly encourage my colleagues to do so at other universities with marine education and research programs.' Professor George A. Maul, Florida Institute of Technology

• Preface; Symbols; 1. Introduction and measurements; 2. Tidal forces and patterns; 3. Analysis and prediction; 4. Tidal dynamics; 5. Tides near the coast; 6. Weather and other effects; 7. Mean sea level; 8. Extreme sea levels; 9. Tidal influences; Appendix I. Tidal potential; Appendix II. Glossary; Appendix III. Further reading; Appendix IV. Answers to selected questions; Index.