Geophysical Fluid Dynamics [Paperback]

Joseph Pedlosky (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 25, 1990

This second edition of the widely acclaimed Geophysical Fluid Dynamics by Joseph Pedlosky offers the reader a high-level, unified treatment of the theory of the dynamics of large-scale motions of the oceans and atmosphere. Revised and updated, it includes expanded discussions of * the fundamentals of geostrophic turbulence * the theory of wave-mean flow interaction * thermocline theory * finite amplitude barocline instability.

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From the reviews "The author has done a masterful job in presenting the theory with the necessary mathematical foundation, while keeping the physical aspects in clear view ... it is an outstanding introduction to a complex and important subject." (GEOPHYSICS)

Product Details

• Paperback: 742 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 2nd edition (January 25, 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0387963871
• ISBN-13: 978-0387963877
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.1 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #520,825 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Intuition First, June 11, 2001

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daniel flath (Mobile, AL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Geophysical Fluid Dynamics (Paperback)

All the math in the world would be useless in any applied subject without physical intuition about the phenomena and a clear passage between the intuition and the math. Pedlosky's book has it all - intuition and math. I have loved studying it as my first step in the direction of geophysics from a career in pure mathematics. The book is clear, easy to read, interesting, fascinating. Thank you Pedlosky for a magnificent textbook.

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended for oceanographers and meteorologists., December 9, 1996

By A Customer

This review is from: Geophysical Fluid Dynamics (Paperback)

Boy, I wish this book had been out when I was in grad school! (Physical oceanography). This is an essential work for the shelf of anyone interested in dynamic meteorology or oceanography. Well organized, thorough, and easy to follow (at least for the intended audience.)

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My beloved book on GFD, March 7, 2006

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sinan ozeren "sinan" (istanbul) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Geophysical Fluid Dynamics (Paperback)

Pedlosky's GFD book is a true classic. Its treatment of the core issues is precise and there is an excellent balance between the mathematical derivations and the discussions on the physical processes. One needs to have some background in classical fluid dynamics and applied mathematics (especially integral transformations, Fourier analysis, complex variables and PDE's) to truely appreciate the book but it can be potentially helpful to anyone who is interested in rotating stratified fluids and is eager to learn.