xviii 262 pages, indexed, with bibliographical references. There is an ownership signature on the front end paper and the front paste down, else the book is immaculate and appears unread. "Introducing the history and global significance of peatlands, this book offers a detailed synthesis of the existing literature on peat erosion, while incorporating research ideas and data from two leading experts. It is of interest to those working in a context of organic sediments in other environments." (Trove)