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The environment
Adaptation is the poor cousin of the climate change challenge - the glamour of international debate is around global mitigation agreements, while the bottom-up activities of adaptation, carried out in community halls and local government offices, are often overlooked. Editor(s): Palutikof, Jean P.; Boulter, Sarah L.; Ash, Andrew J.; Stafford Smith, Mark; Parry, Martin; Waschka, Marie; Guitart, Daniela. Num Pages: 386 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 195 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1104.
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 386
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470674963
- ISBN
- 9780470674963
Condition: New
€ 178.71
€ 178.71
The book advances knowledge about climate change adaptation practices through a series of case studies. It presents important evidence about adaptation practices in agriculture, businesses, the coastal zone, community services, disaster management, ecosystems, indigneous populations, and settlements and infrastructure. Editor(s): Palutikof, Jean P.; Boulter, Sarah L.; Barnett, Jon; Rissik, David. Num Pages: 496 pages. BIC Classification: 1MBF; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 190 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1238.
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118845011
- ISBN
- 9781118845011
Condition: New
€ 151.48
€ 151.48
Paperback. Editor(s): Pickford, John; Barker, Peter; Coad, Adrian; Ince, Margaret; Shaw, Rod; Skinner, Brian; Smith, Michael. Num Pages: 174 pages, b&w drawings, photographs. BIC Classification: GTF; RNF; TQSW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 296 x 209 x 10. Weight in Grams: 568.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- ITDG Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 174
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853392405
- ISBN
- 9781853392405
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 51.99€ 50.65
€ 51.99
€ 50.65
Paperback. Pollutants, Human Health and the Environment is a comprehensive, up-to-date overview of environmental pollutants that are of current concern to human health. Clearly structured throughout, the main body of the book is divided by pollutant type with a chapter devoted to each group of pollutants. Editor(s): Plant, Jane, CBE; Voulvoulis, Nick; Ragnarsdottir, K. Vala. Num Pages: 356 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNC; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 199 x 260 x 16. Weight in Grams: 670.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 356
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470742600
- ISBN
- 9780470742600
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 101.80
€ 101.80
Paperback. Editor(s): Pol, F. van der; Nederlof, E. S. Num Pages: 88 pages, b/w photos, tables & maps. BIC Classification: RNF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 162 x 8. Weight in Grams: 224.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- KIT Publishers Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 88
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789460220944
- ISBN
- 9789460220944
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 24.23
€ 36.99
€ 24.23
Paperback. Editor(s): Prain, Gordon D.; Fujisaka, Sam; Warren, D.Michael. Series: IT Studies in Indigenous Knowledge & Development Series. Num Pages: 224 pages, maps. BIC Classification: JFC; RBGB; RNF; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 154 x 15. Weight in Grams: 386.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- ITDG Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853394430
- ISBN
- 9781853394430
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.99€ 35.44
€ 35.99
€ 35.44
The Water Framework Directive. Ecological and Chemical Status Monitori...
. Ed(S): Quevauviller, Philippe P.; Borchers,...
The Water Framework Directive imposes wide scale monitoring programs for all waters to achieve "good status" objectives by 2015. Editor(s): Quevauviller, Philippe P.; Borchers, Ulrich; Thompson, Clive; Simonart, Tristan. Series: Water Quality Measurements. Num Pages: 496 pages, Illustrations (some col.), maps (some col.). BIC Classification: 1QFE; LNKJ; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 175 x 32. Weight in Grams: 988.
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470518366
- ISBN
- 9780470518366
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 293.75
€ 293.75
hardcover. The fungal kingdom consists of a wide variety of organisms with a diverse range of forms and functions. This title covers chapters including discussions of fungal associations in the environment, agriculture and forestry, long established and novel applications of fungi in fermentation, and the use of fungi in the pharmaceutical industry. Editor(s): Rai, Mangala; Bridge, Paul D. Num Pages: 336 pages, 26 figures/illustrations. BIC Classification: MBN; PSG; PSQ; PST; RBGB; RNCB; TQ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 28. Weight in Grams: 920.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9781845935344
- ISBN
- 9781845935344
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 139.86
€ 139.86
Criteria and Indicators for Sustainable Forest Management
. Ed(S): Raison, J.; Brown, A.; Flinn, D.; Fr...
Hardback. There is increasing pressure on the forestry industry to adopt sustainable practices. This book reviews thinking about scientifically based indicators, and sustainable management of natural forests and plantations. Editor(s): Raison, J.; Brown, A.; Flinn, D.; Franc, A. (ENGREF, France). Series: IUFRO Research S. Num Pages: 427 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RNU; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 32. Weight in Grams: 839.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 427
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851993928
- ISBN
- 9780851993928
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 174.40€ 174.37
€ 174.40
€ 174.37
hardcover. Reviews how vegetation and soils act as naturally occurring buffers which use up the gases responsible for global warming and the greenhouse effect. This book provides information on the importance of these sinks, how they may respond to increased greenhouse gas emissions, how we can protect them and how they can help us mitigate climate change. Editor(s): Reay, Dave; Hewitt, Nick; Smith, K.; Grace, J. Num Pages: 448 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: KNAL; RBP; RNPG; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 22. Weight in Grams: 848.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845931896
- ISBN
- 9781845931896
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 139.86
€ 139.86
hardcover. Written by international experts, this book is a comprehensive examination of the potential effects climate change, particularly greenhouses gases, will have on agrosystems. It also reviews the effects such systems have on climate change itself. Editor(s): Reddy, K. R.; Hodges, H.F. Num Pages: 488 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RNPG; TQ; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1021.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 488
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1.
- SKU
- V9780851994390
- ISBN
- 9780851994390
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 167.93
€ 167.93
Paperback. With its low incomes, lagging social indicators and widespread poverty, eastern Indonesia epitomizes the problems of development in Indonesia. The challenge is to advance the economy. This book explores the trade-offs and synergies between development, social concerns and the environment in Papua, Maluku and East Nusa Tenggara. Editor(s): Resosudarmo, Budy P.; Jotzo, Frank. Num Pages: 384 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FMN; JFFA; KCM; RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 151 x 26. Weight in Grams: 492.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Institute of Southeast Asian Studies Singapore
- Number of pages
- 359
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789812309594
- ISBN
- 9789812309594
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.95
€ 43.95
This comprehensive resource will be indispensable for marine mammal biologists, oceanographers, conservation program managers, government regulators, policy makers, and anyone who is concerned about the future of these captivating species. Editor(s): Reynolds, John E., III; Perrin, William F.; Reeves, Randall R.; Montgomery, Suzanne; Ragen, Timothy J. Num Pages: 240 pages, 39, 31 black & white halftones, 8 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: PSVW73; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 280 x 216 x 21. Weight in Grams: 908.
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801882555
- ISBN
- 9780801882555
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 73.58
€ 73.58
Paperback. Biodiversity conservation and poverty alleviation are both important societal goals demanding increasing international attention. While they may seem to be unrelated, the international policy frameworks that guide action to address them make an explicit assumption that conserving biodiversity will help to tackle global poverty. Editor(s): Roe, Dilys; Elliott, Joanna; Sandbrook, Chris; Walpole, Matt. Series: Conservation Science and Practice. Num Pages: 350 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JFFA; RNCB; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 159 x 17. Weight in Grams: 600.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 350
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470674789
- ISBN
- 9780470674789
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 100.44
€ 100.44
Biology and Conservation of North American Tortoises
. Ed(S): Rostal, David C.; Mccoy, Earl D.; Mu...
Hardback. Richard TracyTracey D. TubervilleMichael TumaThane Wibbels Editor(s): Rostal, David C.; McCoy, Earl D.; Mushinsky, Henry R. Num Pages: 208 pages, 49, 19 black & white halftones, 30 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: 1KB; PSVW5; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 280 x 222 x 19. Weight in Grams: 832.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781421413778
- ISBN
- 9781421413778
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 86.02
€ 86.02
Climate and History: Studies in Interdisciplinary History
. Ed(S): Rotberg, Robert I.; Rabb, Theodore K...
paperback. Editor(s): Rotberg, Robert I.; Rabb, Theodore K. Series: Princeton Legacy Library. Num Pages: 292 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HBA; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 399.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691614830
- ISBN
- 9780691614830
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 59.92
€ 59.92
Hardback. Editor(s): Rotberg, Robert I.; Rabb, Theodore K. Series: Princeton Legacy Library. Num Pages: 292 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HBA; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 571.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691642413
- ISBN
- 9780691642413
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 140.22
€ 140.22
Editor(s): Sama Editorial And Publishing Services. Num Pages: 258 pages, tables. BIC Classification: RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 186 x 19. Weight in Grams: 688.
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Sama Editorial and Publishing Services Pakistan
- Number of pages
- 258
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789698784621
- ISBN
- 9789698784621
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 12.20
€ 15.99
€ 12.20
Paperback. Editor(s): Sanga, Glauco; Ortalli, Gherardo. Num Pages: 34 figures, 23 tables, bibliography. BIC Classification: JHM; RNK; WN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 153 x 228 x 29. Weight in Grams: 588.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Berghahn Books, Incorporated United States
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781571818232
- ISBN
- 9781571818232
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 51.62
€ 51.62
hardcover. As a result of the ongoing growth in the tourism industry, many destinations around the world are undergoing transformations. This book describes both the positive and negative effects of tourism on the host community. Editor(s): Singh, S.; Timothy, Professor Dallen J.; Dowling, R.K. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations, 1 map. BIC Classification: KNSG; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 635.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2003
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9780851996110
- ISBN
- 9780851996110
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 105.41
€ 105.41
Paperback. Introduces the reader to the important concepts essential for understanding the environmental challenges and consequences of the declining diversity of life on the planet. Editor(s): Spray, Sharon L.; McGlothlin, Karen L. Series: Exploring Environmental Challenges: A Multidisciplinary Approach. Num Pages: 176 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: RNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 150 x 11. Weight in Grams: 272.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742525672
- ISBN
- 9780742525672
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 51.63
€ 51.63
Paperback. Editor(s): Spray, Sharon L.; McGlothlin, Karen L. Series: Exploring Environmental Challenges: A Multidisciplinary Approach. Num Pages: 216 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: RNF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 162 x 16. Weight in Grams: 313.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742525696
- ISBN
- 9780742525696
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 58.53
€ 58.53
Hardback. Introduces readers to the important concepts for understanding the environmental challenges and consequences of deforestation. Contributions from scientists and academics in the social sciences and humanities provide readers with an initial tool kit for understanding the concepts central to their disciplinary perspective. Editor(s): Spray, Sharon L.; Moran, Matt. Series: Exploring Environmental Challenges: A Multidisciplinary Approach. Num Pages: 176 pages, figures. BIC Classification: RNPD; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 238 x 163 x 20. Weight in Grams: 440.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742534810
- ISBN
- 9780742534810
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 160.56
€ 160.56
Good Statistical Practice for Natural Resources Research
. Ed(S): Stern, R. D.; Coe, R.; Allan, E. F.;...
Paperback. This title provides a practical approach to applying statistics to a wide variety of studies or projects. It helps to bring together the biophysical and socio-economic aspects, which are increasingly seen as integral to successful natural resources management. Editor(s): Stern, R. D.; Coe, R.; Allan, E. F.; Dale, I. C. Num Pages: 416 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RNF; TQ; TVB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 794.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 416
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851997223
- ISBN
- 9780851997223
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 65.19
€ 65.19