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Hardback. Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) is commonly discussed as an affordable way for cities to build sustainable rapid transport infrastructure. This book examines the opportunities presented by Bus Rapid Transport along with the significant challenges cities face in the implementation of successful systems. Editor(s): Abogabir, Juan Carlos Munoz; Paget-Seekins, Laurel. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: RGC; RNU; RPT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447326168
ISBN
9781447326168
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 135.96

Paperback. Num Pages: 576 pages. BIC Classification: JPQB; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 171. .
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781119250371
ISBN
9781119250371
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 62.59

Hardback. The Carbon Code provides a framework to do this, and helps you to become a hero in the fight against climate change. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: RNK; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 21. .
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781421422534
ISBN
9781421422534
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 32.92

Paperback. A new defence of a mortally threatened natural world. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: RNA; WNC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton General Division
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781444792799
ISBN
9781444792799
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.97

Paperback. Num Pages: 512 pages, 8 Page Black and White Insert. BIC Classification: BGT; PSPM; RNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 204 x 133 x 27. Weight in Grams: 408.
Publisher
Broadway Books (A Division of Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group Inc)
Number of pages
512
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780307462213
ISBN
9780307462213
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.46

Paperback. Illustrator(s): Lee, Joe. Series: For Beginners. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: RNPG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 228 x 12. Weight in Grams: 266.
Publisher
For Beginners
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Illustrated
Condition
New
SKU
V9781939994431
ISBN
9781939994431
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.21

Hardcover. "Planet Earth" is regarded as a wildlife TV series, and its magic lies in its photography. This title features the "Planet Earth" images. Accompanying the images, it includes thought-provoking captions by "Planet Earth" series producer Alastair Fothergill, along with quotes from the wildlife and conservation world. Num Pages: 288 pages, approx 200 colour photos. BIC Classification: AJC; RNKH; WN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 214 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1278.
Publisher
BBC Books
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9781846073465
ISBN
9781846073465
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 29.19

Paperback. Series: New Directions in Critical Theory. Num Pages: 232 pages. BIC Classification: JPFK; KCN; RND; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 157 x 15. Weight in Grams: 312.
Publisher
Columbia University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231158299
ISBN
9780231158299
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.13

Hardcover. This authoritative volume brings together some of the world s leading researchers, academics, practitioners and transportation agency personnel to present the current status of the ecological sustainability of the linear infrastructure primarily road, rail and utility easements that dissect and fragment landscapes globally. Num Pages: 552 pages. BIC Classification: PS; RN; TN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 264 x 196 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1350.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118568187
ISBN
9781118568187
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 165.57

Paperback. .
Publisher
Dunedin Academic Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780460482
ISBN
9781780460482
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.15

Paperback. Num Pages: 195 pages. BIC Classification: PDA; RNR. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 142 x 214 x 16. Weight in Grams: 298.
Publisher
University of Minnesota Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780816689880
ISBN
9780816689880
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 30.90

Hardback. Num Pages: 773 pages. BIC Classification: RNFY; TGB; THRB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 242 x 162 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1164.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Inc
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
8th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781498779883
ISBN
9781498779883
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 233.55

Paperback. Can Britain make room for wildlife? The author believes it can. In this book, he travels the length and breadth of the UK, from the remote archipelago of St Kilda to our inner cities, to witness at first-hand how our wild creatures are faring and ask how we can bring back Britain's wildlife. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; RNKH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. Weight in Grams: 368.
Publisher
Vintage Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9780099581635
ISBN
9780099581635
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 11.33

Paperback. Packed with provocative case studies, calculations and lifestyle comparisons, this entertaining and authoritative book makes the complexities of climatology understandable and challenges readers to rethink their notions of 'doing their bit'. The paperback edition features a new preface from Mark Lynas, author of High Tide: News From a Warming World Series: Macmillan Science. Num Pages: 206 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBP; RNPG; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 201 x 136 x 15. Weight in Grams: 224. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear. Previous owner's inscription on FFEP.
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
SKU
KTG0004808
ISBN
9780230007543
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. In 1997, Grant Hadwin committed an act of violence - he destroyed the Golden Spruce of the Queen Charlotte Islands. The tree was a scientific marvel, beloved by the Haida people who believed it sacred. This book tells the story of what pushed him to such an act, an environmental protest which acts as a metaphor for the challenge the world faces. Num Pages: 336 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1KBCB; 3JJPR; BT; RNF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 22. Weight in Grams: 266.
Publisher
Cornerstone United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780099515791
ISBN
9780099515791
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 11.33

Paperback. Buildings consume 40% of our planet's materials and 30% of its energy. Their construction uses up to three million tonnes of raw materials a year and generates 20% of the soild waste stream. If we want to survive our urban future, there is no option but to build in ways which improve the health of ecosystems. Num Pages: 304 pages, 25. BIC Classification: RNU; TN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 173 x 17. Weight in Grams: 544.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632064137
ISBN
9780632064137
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 126.58

Hardback. Editor(s): Caldicott, Helen. Num Pages: 248 pages, figures. BIC Classification: JFFC; KNBN; RNFY. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 149 x 211 x 19. Weight in Grams: 402.
Publisher
The New Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781595589606
ISBN
9781595589606
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 28.07

Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: AJG; RNB; UDP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 215. .
Publisher
Conservation Photography Handbook
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781608959853
ISBN
9781608959853
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 32.04

Paperback. Weaving together stories from elite science, cutting-edge technology, and popular culture, Fleming examines issues of health and navigation in the 1830s, drought in the 1890s, aircraft safety in the 1930s, and world conflict since the 1940s. Series: Columbia Studies in International and Global History. Num Pages: 344 pages, 43 illus. BIC Classification: PDX; RBP; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 143 x 21. Weight in Grams: 450.
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
344
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231144131
ISBN
9780231144131
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.20

Paperback. Dubbed the Indiana Jones of wildlife science by "The New York Times", Alan Rabinowitz has devoted - and risked - his life to protect nature's great endangered mammals. This title recounts his most ambitious and dangerous adventure yet: the creation of the world's largest tiger preserve. Num Pages: 250 pages, maps, colour plates. BIC Classification: 1FMB; RNKH1; WNCF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 222 x 146 x 16. Weight in Grams: 348.
Publisher
Island Press United States
Number of pages
250
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
None
Condition
New
SKU
V9781597268240
ISBN
9781597268240
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.95

paperback. The end of the world is a seemingly interminable topic D at least, of course, until it happens. Environmental catastrophe and planetary apocalypse are subjects of enduring fascination and, as ethnographic studies show, human cultures have approached them in very different ways. Num Pages: 180 pages. BIC Classification: HP; JHM; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 141 x 216 x 18. Weight in Grams: 276.
Publisher
Polity
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781509503988
ISBN
9781509503988
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 22.89

Paperback. Editor(s): Ekstrom, Karin M. Num Pages: 254 pages, 7 black & white illustrations, 9 black & white tables, 2 black & white halftones, 5 black. BIC Classification: RNH; TQSR. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 12. Weight in Grams: 394.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781138797260
ISBN
9781138797260
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 64.46

Paperback. Num Pages: 264 pages, 4 halftones. BIC Classification: RNA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 159 x 14. Weight in Grams: 404.
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc United States
Number of pages
260
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780195335644
ISBN
9780195335644
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.32

Hardback. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; KNBP; RNFY. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 151 x 225 x 28. Weight in Grams: 576.
Publisher
Greystone Books,Canada
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781771640763
ISBN
9781771640763
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 24.84

Paperback.
Publisher
Ovolo Books
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
New Rev Ex
Condition
New
SKU
V9781905959143
ISBN
9781905959143
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 21.80

Paperback. In Darwin's time, island biogeography was the science that opened Victorian minds to the wonder of evolution. Today with all the world's wild landscape being chopped into island-like fragments, it's the science of jeopardy and extinction. This book combines science, historical narrative and travel. Num Pages: 704 pages, 1. BIC Classification: PD; RGM; RNC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 166 x 53. Weight in Grams: 906.
Publisher
Vintage United Kingdom
Number of pages
704
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Condition
New
SKU
V9780712673334
ISBN
9780712673334
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 19.91

Paperback. Num Pages: 236 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: RNA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 158 x 236 x 25. Weight in Grams: 372.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781138195721
ISBN
9781138195721
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 60.69

Paperback. In pre-modern Japan, wolves were worshipped as sacred; with the spread of rabies in the 18th century, they became feared and hunted; by 1905 wolves had disappeared from the country. This book examines how and why wolves became extinct in Japan, and the changing attitudes toward nature that are implied. Series: Weyerhaeuser Environmental Books. Num Pages: 360 pages, 30 illus. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; PSVW7; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 155 x 229 x 25. Weight in Grams: 560.
Publisher
University of Washington Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295988146
ISBN
9780295988146
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.40

Hardcover. BIC Classification: RNT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 202 x 249 x 21. Weight in Grams: 770.
Publisher
Familius LLC
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781942934707
ISBN
9781942934707
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 23.75

Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 3JM; JPW; JWLP; RNPG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 127. .
Publisher
PM Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781629633855
ISBN
9781629633855
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 12.68

Paperback. Extinction: not the end of the world? is a highly readable introduction to the causes of extinction, the different types of extinction and how relevant it is to the world today. Ideal for those who are new to the subject, it is fully illustrated with colour diagrams and photographs. Num Pages: 96 pages, Colour photographs and diagrams throughout. BIC Classification: PSAJ; RNKH1; WNW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 280 x 9. Weight in Grams: 510.
Publisher
The Natural History Museum United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
01st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780565093211
ISBN
9780565093211
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.01

Paperback. This is a provocative look at contemporary conflicts--wars taking place in resource rich countries filled with impoverished people. It focuses on three key resources: oil, diamonds, and timber. Th author is critical of the role of developed countries in such conflicts and offers solutions to end the plunder of Africa and Asia. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: GTJ; HBWS; JWA; RN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 214 x 140 x 21. Weight in Grams: 482.
Publisher
C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849041454
ISBN
9781849041454
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 27.76

Paperback. Sharing Eden sets out to show how respect for the environment is at the heart of the Jewish, Christian and Muslim faiths. Finding common ground between Christianity, Islam and Judaism is a critical priority for the whole world - and nowhere is that common ground more evident or inspiring than on environmental issues. --Jonathon Porritt Editor(s): Swan, Lindsay. Num Pages: 108 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: RNA; RNB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 183 x 124 x 7. Weight in Grams: 176. Green Teachings from Jews, Christians and Muslims. 108 pages. Editor(s): Swan, Lindsay. Sharing Eden sets out to show how respect for the environment is at the heart of the Jewish, Christian and Muslim faiths. Finding common ground between Christianity, Islam and Judaism is a critical priority for the whole world - and nowhere is that common ground more evident or inspiring than on environmental issues. --Jonathon Porritt. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: RNA; RNB. Dimension: 183 x 124 x 7. Weight: 174.
Publisher
Kube Publishing Ltd
Number of pages
108
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847740410
ISBN
9781847740410
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.26

Paperback. Sustainable Development in Practice: Case Studies for Engineers and Scientists, Second Edition explores the concept of sustainable development and its implications for science and engineering. Editor(s): Azapagic, Adisa; Perdan, Slobodan. Num Pages: 536 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures, charts, graphs. BIC Classification: RNU; TBC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 170 x 27. Weight in Grams: 904.
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Number of pages
536
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470718728
ISBN
9780470718728
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 79.81

Hardback. Num Pages: 288 pages, Full Color Photos throughout, 4 maps. BIC Classification: RNK; WNCF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 245 x 30. Weight in Grams: 752.
Publisher
Patagonia Books
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781938340628
ISBN
9781938340628
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 24.77

Paperback. Although the food industry is beginning to make headway with its sustainability initiatives, substantially more progress is needed in order to feed the world's growing population sustainably. The challenge is that the topic of sustainability can seem overwhelming and there is limited information that is specific to the food industry. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: RNU; TDCT; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 173 x 244 x 13. Weight in Grams: 438.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118447734
ISBN
9781118447734
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 100.34

Paperback. A fascinating popular science book that reveals how much we really know - and don't know - about the natural world. Explains why we need to be more concerned about ecosystems than individual iconic species such as the giant panda and gorilla. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; RNCB; RNKH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 11. Weight in Grams: 230.
Publisher
Green Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
1st
Condition
New
SKU
V9781900322867
ISBN
9781900322867
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 15.00

Paperback. Editor(s): Vaughan-Lee, Llewellyn. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: HRAC; HRLP5; RNA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 139 x 215 x 27. Weight in Grams: 436.
Publisher
The Golden Sufi Centre
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781941394144
ISBN
9781941394144
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 16.65

Paperback. Num Pages: 264 pages, 3 line illus. 5 tables. BIC Classification: KCN; RNPG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 203 x 127. .
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691171326
ISBN
9780691171326
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 19.91

Paperback. Rebecca Solnit has made a vocation of journeying into difficult territory and reporting back, as an environmentalist, antiglobalization activist, and public intellectual. This work represents developments in Solnit's thinking and offers you a panoramic world view enriched by her characteristically provocative, inspiring, and hopeful observations. Num Pages: 436 pages, 10 b/w photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JP; RN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 147 x 25. Weight in Grams: 552. Landscapes for Politics. 436 pages, Illustrations. Rebecca Solnit has made a vocation of journeying into difficult territory and reporting back, as an environmentalist, antiglobalization activist, and public intellectual. This work represents developments in Solnit's thinking and offers you a panoramic world view enriched by her characteristically provocative, inspiring, and hopeful observations. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1KBB; JP; RN. Dimension: 195 x 147 x 25. Weight: 510.
Publisher
University of California Press
Number of pages
436
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520256569
ISBN
9780520256569
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 27.60