This book provides an integrated, thorough and up-to-date review of the
nature and development of the Kalahari environment, an environment of
great ecological and geomorphological diversity. Its complex climatic
and geological history and its long association with human societies
attempting to utilise its natural resources are aspects of increasing
scientific interest. The book has evolved from the authors' own research
in the Kalahari, and attempts to provide explanations and answers to
some of the many questions raised about this region, ranging from the
commonly asked 'is it really a desert?', to more specific and detailed
concerns. The interdisciplinary approach will make the book of interest
to researchers, lecturers and advanced students in earth sciences,
environmental studies, tropical geomorphology and Quaternary science.
The extensive bibliography will also make the book a very important
source of reference.