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River Mechanics

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River Mechanics by Pierre Y. Jlien is a necessary companion to Erosion and Sedimentation by the same author. Each book is written for a "professional" looking to better their understanding of river (or stream) mechanics and how to repair damaged sections of a river by understanding the way river forces are applied to channels. Julien does a good job, if you read closely, on how the general forces are pieces of a three dimensional mathematical model which can be expanded to properly predict what changes are most likely to occur at some point in a channel.

Working with river bends with sill and contraction problem the three dimensional model techniques came together in chapters 5 and 6. I was able to read the text (sometimes several times to get the point) coupled with a knowledge of mathematics I was able to put the text to pratical use.
"River Mechanics" is a good book by itself and when coupled with "Erosion and Sedimentation" by the same author it becomes a great set for the professional.

Forget about stories of the Nile, spies and lurid sex. This book is really exciting! Imagine, learning about sediment deposition trends, velocities, and mobility. A nicely written book for the lawyer or forensic witness that needs to work on a river matter, particularly a contamination case.

A good beginner book in this area. Try it, if you need it.