Droughts, Floods, and Global Climatic Anomalies in the Indian Ocean World

This book explores the histories of droughts and floods in the Indian Ocean World and their connections to broader global climatic anomalies, using an interdisciplinary approach to investigate the effects on states, societies, and ecologies. It highlights essential historical case studies for contextualizing the potential effects of global warming on the macro-region.

Format: Hardback
Length: 381 pages
Publication date: 24 May 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This captivating book delves into the intricate histories of droughts and floods in the Indian Ocean World, uncovering their profound connections to broader global climatic anomalies. Through an interdisciplinary approach rooted in the emerging field of climate history, it explores the multifaceted effects of these global climatic disruptions on the regions influenced by the mighty Indian Ocean Monsoon System, often referred to as the macro-regions' 'deep structure.' Engaging case studies shed light on how droughts and floods, intricately linked to anomalous climatic conditions, have shaped states, societies, and ecologies across the Indian Ocean World. From the twelfth to the early twentieth centuries, this book traces long-lasting patterns, providing valuable insights into the impact of global climatic events on this vast and diverse region. By contextualizing essential historical case studies, it sheds light on the potential consequences of global warming on the Indian Ocean World in both the present and future. This insightful work contributes significantly to our understanding of global climatic phenomena and their profound effects on the world's oceans.

Weight: 647g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030981976
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022