Encyclopedia of Caves

The Encyclopedia of Caves is the most thorough single-volume reference available on the subject of caves and life in caves. Comprised of 128 in-depth essays, this beautifully illustrated work covers topics from the biological and geological aspects of caves to cave archaeology, legend and folklore, cave exploring, environmental and land use of karst areas, and water supply and contamination. Each essay provides an overview to inform a broad spectrum of readers, from biologists and geologists conducting research in related areas, to students and interested general public.