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Conservation of the environment

Hardback. This text applies research knowledge to the solution of practical problems facing wildlife conservation in freshwater habitats. Subjects covered include: evaluation of the conservation interest of sites; and practical protection and management of freshwater habitats. Series: Conservation Biology. Num Pages: 233 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 526.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
233
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412594106
ISBN
9780412594106
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 191.66

Hardback. Presents a merger between the elements of wildlife conservation and habitat conservation, and explains how these disciplines can be used to promote the conservation of vertebrates in forests around the world. Editor(s): DeGraaf, Richard M.; Miller, R.I. Series: Conservation Biology. Num Pages: 634 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1273.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
634
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412618901
ISBN
9780412618901
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 245.96

Paperback. Insects are the major component of the world's biodiversity. By their vast numbers, they are vital determinants of the terrestrial ecological processes. This work covers a range of topics from single species to landscape conservation. Series: Conservation Biology. Num Pages: 374 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 532.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
374
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412634505
ISBN
9780412634505
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 127.80

Hardback. This volume presents a selection of edited papers from a conference held in November 1994, and jointly organized by the Universities' Federation for Animal Welfare (UFAW) and the Mammal Society. It contains case studies and overviews of the status, conservation and welfare of mammal populations. Editor(s): Taylor, V.J.; Dunstone, N. Num Pages: 415 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 796.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
415
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412644207
ISBN
9780412644207
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 195.70

Paperback. How we see the world profoundly affects the way we deal with it. Written by ecologists, nature conservationists and environmental philosophers, this text explores how the theoretical approach works in practice. Editor(s): Cooper, N.; Cooper, R.C.J. Num Pages: 184 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNC; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 10. Weight in Grams: 360.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1996
Number of pages
184
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412709807
ISBN
9780412709807
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 122.61

Hardback. One of the major challenges of sustainable development is the interdisciplinary nature of the issues involved. Using the African savannas as an example, this book shows that in many instances sustainable wildlife utilization comprises an even better form of land use than livestock keeping. Editor(s): Prins, Herbert H. T.; Grootenhuis, Jan Geu; Dolan, Thomas T. (Livestock Services, Nairobi, Kenya). Series: Conservation Biology. Num Pages: 496 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 896.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
496
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412797309
ISBN
9780412797309
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 250.45

Hardback. This text represents several contributions to a seminar held in April 1995 and sponsored by the British Council. Three basic issues were addressed: the contemporary role of protected areas; evolving policies for their management; and their potential for sustainable utilization. Editor(s): Walkey, Michael; Swingland, Ian R.; Russel, Shaun (The Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology, University of Kent, Canterbury). Num Pages: 299 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1390.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
299
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412803604
ISBN
9780412803604
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 193.33

hardcover. Evolved out of masters level courses in Conservation and Environmental Economics taught at University College London. This book covers a spectrum of disciplines. Editor(s): Goldsmith, F.B. Series: Conservation Biology. Num Pages: 416 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1F; 1H; 1KLS; PSAF; RNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 791.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Edition
1998th Edition
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412815102
ISBN
9780412815102
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 195.65

Paperback. Evolved out of successful masters level courses in Conservation and Environmental Economics taught for several years at University College London. Editor(s): Goldsmith, F.B. Series: Conservation Biology. Num Pages: 416 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1F; 1H; 1KLS; PSAF; RNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 613.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1998
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412815201
ISBN
9780412815201
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 191.12

Paperback. Editor(s): Ladha, J. K. Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: 297 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 280 x 210 x 16. Weight in Grams: 743.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1995
Number of pages
297
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792334149
ISBN
9780792334149
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 125.37

Hardback. This study offers a number of perspectives to stimulate and inform future discussion on the importance and consequences of ecological integrity for science, morality and public policy. Editor(s): Westra, Laura; Lemons, John. Series: Environmental Science and Technology Library. Num Pages: 279 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNC; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 17. Weight in Grams: 592.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
279
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792337348
ISBN
9780792337348
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 128.84

Hardback. Reflects the state of the art of thinking on the necessary concepts, tools and instruments likely to help producers, consumers and governments to adjust their policies and practices. This book covers theories and concepts, practical approaches and visions of industry and government. Editor(s): Vellinga, Pier; Berkhout, Frans; Gupta, Joyeeta. Series: Environment & Policy. Num Pages: 349 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPQB; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 691.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
349
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792351535
ISBN
9780792351535
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 128.69

Hardback. By adopting of Agenda 21, most governments have acknowledged the need for sustainable development. This volume presents, tests and illustrates a theoretically well-founded procedure for discovering regional opportunities for sustainable development, based on a systems approach to decision making. Series: Studies in Ecological Economics. Num Pages: 356 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNK; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 680.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
356
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792356936
ISBN
9780792356936
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 194.06

Paperback. Editor(s): Rijksen. Num Pages: 480 pages, 260 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 847.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792357551
ISBN
9780792357551
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 67.23

Hardback. The concept of ecological integrity is used in environmental policy but is usually left undefined. Based on ecology, thermodynamics, ethics and complex systems approach, this is the study of ecological integrity. It is intended for National parks and protected areas administrators, IUCN, ecologists, and environmental managers. Editor(s): Crabbe, Philippe; Holland, Alan J. (Dept. of Philosophy, Lancaster University, UK); Ryszkowski, Lech; Westra, Laura. Series: NATO Science Series IV. Num Pages: 478 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1910.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
478
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792363514
ISBN
9780792363514
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 258.50

Paperback. The concept of ecological integrity is used in environmental policy but is usually left undefined. Based on ecology, thermodynamics, ethics and complex systems approach, this is the study of ecological integrity. It is intended for National parks and protected areas administrators, IUCN, ecologists, and environmental managers. Editor(s): Crabbe, Philippe; Holland, Alan J. (Dept. of Philosophy, Lancaster University, UK); Ryszkowski, Lech; Westra, Laura. Series: NATO Science Series IV. Num Pages: 478 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 160 x 25. Weight in Grams: 684.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2000
Number of pages
478
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792363521
ISBN
9780792363521
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 247.45

Hardback. Discusses the case of Venice as an example of some of the relevant problems concerning the relation between the environment and development in the contemporary world that include: the trade-off between preserving an ecosystem and considering it as an economic resource; and, the evolution of different urban growth scenarios. Editor(s): Musu, Ignazio. Series: Economics, Energy and Environment. Num Pages: 271 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DST; KCN; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 1260.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
271
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792364580
ISBN
9780792364580
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 192.53

Hardback. Presents a number of issues that must be considered when discussing new development patterns, which are environmentally friendly and socially fair. This book covers concepts of new development patterns, new energy and water supply, sustainable agriculture, information technology and environment, information disclosure and poverty alleviation. Editor(s): Matsushita, Konosuke. Series: Institute for Global Environmental Strategies. Num Pages: 304 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 3JM; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 615.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792367215
ISBN
9780792367215
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 193.15

Hardback. Due to the long-term planning horizons and the great variety of natural, economic, and operational hazards affecting forest ecosystems, uncertainty and multiple risk are typical aspects of forest management. This book covers various aspects of risk analysis, including examples of modelling tools. Editor(s): Gadow, Klaus von. Series: Managing Forest Ecosystems. Num Pages: 252 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 167 x 27. Weight in Grams: 512.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
252
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792369004
ISBN
9780792369004
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 192.20

Paperback. Editor(s): Azevedo, Joao C.; Perera, Ajith H. (Ontario Forest Research Institute); Pinto, M. Alice. Num Pages: 275 pages, 30 black & white illustrations, 13 colour illustrations, 2 black & white tables, biograph. BIC Classification: PSTS; RNF; RNK; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 427.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2014
Number of pages
275
Condition
New
SKU
V9781493942800
ISBN
9781493942800
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 121.75

Paperback. Pummeled by a century of drought, depopulation, and soil erosion, America's Great Plains are in dire straits. Frank and Deborah Popper have a solution: create a Buffalo common by returning 139,000 acres in ten states to prairie and reintroducing the buffalo that once roamed there. Num Pages: 204 pages, 5 halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBB; RGBC; RNKH; RPG; WNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 208 x 139 x 13. Weight in Grams: 256.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
204
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226510965
ISBN
9780226510965
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 25.01

Paperback / so. Num Pages: colour illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: RBG; RNK; TN; TQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 567.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
United Kingdom
Condition
New
SKU
V9783034895101
ISBN
9783034895101
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 55.69
€ 49.71

Hardback. Emerging Bioresources with Nutraceutical and Pharmaceutical Prospects Series: Applied Environmental Science and Engineering for a Sustainable Future. Num Pages: 154 pages, 4 black & white illustrations, 14 colour illustrations, 1 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MMG; RNK; RNU; TDCT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 11. Weight in Grams: 403.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG Switzerland
Number of pages
154
Condition
New
SKU
V9783319128467
ISBN
9783319128467
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 121.77

Paperback / so. Num Pages: black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: KJMV5; RNK; TQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 170 x 12. Weight in Grams: 349.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
Gabler Verlag United Kingdom
Condition
New
SKU
V9783409133630
ISBN
9783409133630
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 69.58

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