""Characteristics of Existing Glaciers"" is a scientific book written by William Herbert Hobbs and published in 1911. The book is a comprehensive study of the characteristics of glaciers and their behavior in different environments. It covers various topics such as glacier formation, movement, and erosion, as well as the effects of climate change on glaciers. The author uses a combination of field observations, laboratory experiments, and historical data to support his findings. The book is written in a technical language and is intended for scientists, researchers, and students in the field of glaciology. It is considered a seminal work in the study of glaciers and has been cited in numerous scientific papers and books. Despite being over a century old, ""Characteristics of Existing Glaciers"" remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the behavior and properties of glaciers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.