Social impact of environmental issues
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Social impact of environmental issues
Hardback. Uncertainties of information on the problems of global climatology are a principal barrier to understanding the anthropogenic effects on global ecodynamics. The purpose of this book is to summarize existing information and to assess the uncertainties. Series: Springer-Praxis Books. Num Pages: 518 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1118.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 518
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783540782087
- ISBN
- 9783540782087
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 242.90
€ 242.90
Paperback. Uncertainties of information on the problems of global climatology are a principal barrier to understanding the anthropogenic effects on global ecodynamics. The purpose of this book is to summarize existing information and to assess the uncertainties. Series: Springer-Praxis Books. Num Pages: 518 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 28. Weight in Grams: 938.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 518
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642096860
- ISBN
- 9783642096860
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 357.14
€ 357.14
Paperback. A perfect introduction to climate change law, this textbook offers students and scholars an overview of the international law governing this fundamental issue. It demonstrates how to interpret the language used in the applicable instruments and conventions, and sets climate change law in its broader international legal context. Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: LBBP; LNCR; RNPG; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156. .
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199664306
- ISBN
- 9780199664306
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 75.01
€ 75.01
Hardcover. Editor(s): Sandweiss, Daniel H.; Quilter, Jeffrey. Series: Dumbarton Oaks Pre-Columbian Studies. Num Pages: 438 pages, 8 colour illustrations, 69 b/w illustrations. BIC Classification: HD; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 261 x 185 x 22. Weight in Grams: 934.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780884023531
- ISBN
- 9780884023531
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 53.26€ 49.04
€ 53.26
€ 49.04
Hardback. We are on the brink of an ecological mega-crisis threatening the future of life on earth and our actions over the next few years may well determine the destiny of our descendants. Num Pages: 300 pages. BIC Classification: RNT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 163 x 243 x 30. Weight in Grams: 598.
- Publisher
- Watkins Media
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780289724
- ISBN
- 9781780289724
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.20
€ 19.99
€ 14.20
Hardcover. This book follows environmental changes-including those caused by human actions, as well as those resulting from natural circumstances-and provides a process to manage their impact on the future. Editor(s): Nemeth, D.G.; Hamilton, Robert B.; Kuriansky, Judy. Series: Practical and Applied Psychology. Num Pages: 239 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JM; RNR; RNT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 162 x 242 x 22. Weight in Grams: 582.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- ABC-CLIO United States
- Number of pages
- 239
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780313397318
- ISBN
- 9780313397318
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 57.96€ 53.45
€ 57.96
€ 53.45
Hardcover. This book explores the complex and rapidly changing human geography of the Balkans. It examines the cultural, social and political geographies of the region and its neighbors. It addresses the implications of the break-up of Yugoslavia and examines the origins of ethnic conflict. It also discusses the impact of neighboring states. Editor(s): Hall, Derek R. Num Pages: 280 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1DV; JFC; RGC; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 252 x 197 x 22. Weight in Grams: 766.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471957584
- ISBN
- 9780471957584
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 325.03
€ 325.03
Hardback. The location of hazardous waste facilities can be approached in different ways. This book describes various approaches in terms of the institutions involved and the arguments that are accepted, allowing lessons to be drawn on the practice of hazardous waste siting in general. Series: Environment & Policy. Num Pages: 520 pages, 50 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: RNH; RNT. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 906.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 520
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402009693
- ISBN
- 9781402009693
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 243.64
€ 243.64
Hardback. In this timely book, leading authors explore the technologies that might help us to develop a sustainable energy future, emphasising renewable energy and the political and economic context needed for them to prosper. This collection makes hard-headed assessments of what is possible and what is not. Editor(s): Elliott, David. Series: Energy, Climate and the Environment. Num Pages: 307 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RGM; RNQ; RNT; RNU; THX. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 145 x 226 x 23. Weight in Grams: 512.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 307
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230020023
- ISBN
- 9780230020023
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 144.52
€ 144.52
Hardcover. Given that it has major environmental impacts, can the use of fossil fuels be phased out? Is there a way forward using renewable energy sources while avoiding nuclear power? This book say 'yes' and offers an overview of the technical, economic and environmental issues associated with shifting to greener, cleaner energy sources. Num Pages: 120 pages, 2 black & white tables. BIC Classification: JFFR; RNQ; RNT; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 11. Weight in Grams: 318.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2015
- Number of pages
- 120
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137584427
- ISBN
- 9781137584427
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.43
€ 63.43
Hardcover. Editor(s): Chamberlin, Shaun. Num Pages: 672 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: HP; JFFR; KC; RNT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 201 x 236 x 48. Weight in Grams: 1324.
- Publisher
- Chelsea Green Publishing Co
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781603586481
- ISBN
- 9781603586481
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 51.99€ 32.65
€ 51.99
€ 32.65
Paperback. aeo One of the first major attempts to assess the contributions of contemporary social theory to the study of environmental issues. aeo Analyses the work of some of the most influential contemporary thinkers, including Anthony Giddens, Andre Gorz, Jurgen Habermas and Ulrich Beck. Num Pages: 320 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JH; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 366.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745613284
- ISBN
- 9780745613284
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.67
€ 27.67
Paperback. Series: Rural Studies. Num Pages: 208 pages, 17 b&w illustrations, 6 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBBE; 3J; HBTB; RNT; RP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 139 x 18. Weight in Grams: 308.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Pennsylvania State University Press United States
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780271019512
- ISBN
- 9780271019512
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 30.75
€ 38.99
€ 30.75
Hardcover. The energy world is dangerously divided between fossil fuel producers and environmentalists. A vicious head-on fight that affects everything - world poverty, governments, environmental catastrophe, big business. David Howell - Lord Howell of Guidlford - outlines the how we got here and the way ahead Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: KCN; KNB; RNB; RNT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 160 x 218 x 32. Weight in Grams: 478.
- Publisher
- Gilgamesh Publishing
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781908531636
- ISBN
- 9781908531636
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 33.80
€ 33.80
Paperback. Considers the European representation and understanding of landscape and nature in early nineteenth-century India. This book draws on travel narratives, literary texts, and scientific literature to show the diversity of European responses to the Indian environment and the ways in which these contributed to the wider colonizing process. Num Pages: 312 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FKA; 3JH; GTB; RGC; RNT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 154 x 19. Weight in Grams: 490.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- University of Washington Press
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780295993836
- ISBN
- 9780295993836
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 33.25
€ 36.99
€ 33.25
Hardback. Climate Change Adaptation and Human Capabilities explores learning, health, mobility, and play as climate capabilities and produces new insights into the depth of climate change impact on social life. Num Pages: 224 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHB; RGC; RNPG; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 23. Weight in Grams: 415.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137436276
- ISBN
- 9781137436276
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.76
€ 122.76
Hardback. This collection provides a critical, interdisciplinary analysis of how everyday exposures to common chemicals are adversely affecting the health of Canadians and reveals the connections between social inequity, environmental risks, and the gendered division of health burdens in Canada. Editor(s): Scott, Dayna Nadine. Num Pages: illustrations. BIC Classification: RNP; RNT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 30. Weight in Grams: 816.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- University of British Columbia Press Canada
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780774828338
- ISBN
- 9780774828338
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 112.82
€ 112.82
Paperback. Can indigenous peoples define the terms of change for themselves? What impact does postcolonialism have on population, social justice, and women's rights? This book explores these questions. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; HBTQ; HBTR; RNA; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5969 x 3963 x 16. Weight in Grams: 377.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Indiana University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Reprint
- SKU
- V9780253213303
- ISBN
- 9780253213303
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 23.57
€ 25.99
€ 23.57
Paperback. This book sheds light on what drought and climate change mean to rural Australians - in their words. Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1MBF; RNFD; RNT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 170 x 15. Weight in Grams: 625.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- CSIRO Publishing Australia
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781486301201
- ISBN
- 9781486301201
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 55.86
€ 55.86
Paperback. Series: Under the Sign of Nature: Explorations in Ecocriticism. Num Pages: 184 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: RNK; RNT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 295.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- University of Virginia Press
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813933597
- ISBN
- 9780813933597
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.52
€ 26.52