Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
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Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
Paperback. Nuclear bombs in suitcases, anthrax bacilli in ventilators, tsunamis, avian flu: nightmares that were once the plot of Hollywood movies are now frighteningly real possibilities. How can we steer a path between willful inaction and reckless overreaction? This work explores how we might prevent these and other worst-case scenarios. Num Pages: 352 pages, 13 tables. BIC Classification: JFFC; RNR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 132 x 202 x 23. Weight in Grams: 370.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674032514
- ISBN
- 9780674032514
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 38.42
€ 44.99
€ 38.42
Paperback. Editor(s): Evans, Cassandra. Num Pages: 95 pages. BIC Classification: MBN; RND; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 157 x 12. Weight in Grams: 184.
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781634853088
- ISBN
- 9781634853088
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 92.84€ 72.36
€ 92.84
€ 72.36
Hardcover. Editor(s): Castaneda, Saul F; Emerson, Mauro L. Num Pages: 179 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MMGT; PSBT; RNP; TDCB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 182 x 260 x 16. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 179
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781619426160
- ISBN
- 9781619426160
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 198.62€ 137.38
€ 198.62
€ 137.38
Hardcover. This book critically interrogates the work of David Harvey, one of the world's most influential geographers, and one of its best known Marxists. * Considers the entire range of Harvey's oeuvre, from the nature of urbanism to environmental issues. Editor(s): Castree, Noel; Gregory, Derek. Series: Antipode Book Series. Num Pages: 336 pages, 2 illustrations. BIC Classification: RG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 166 x 24. Weight in Grams: 646.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780631235095
- ISBN
- 9780631235095
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 79.61
€ 79.61
Paperback. Questioning Geography introduces students to the fundamental debates that animate geography today. Each of the chapters focuses on a key issue that has divided or galvanised geographers in their work. Covers both human and physical geography. Includes essay questions and suggestions for further reading. Editor(s): Castree, Noel; Rogers, Alisdair; Sherman, Douglas. Num Pages: 328 pages, 7. BIC Classification: RG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 154 x 24. Weight in Grams: 460.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405101929
- ISBN
- 9781405101929
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 48.96
€ 48.96
Hardback. This volume presents more than 30 newly commissioned essays by leading scholars that provide a summary of the state of the art in environmental geography and look ahead to future research developments in the field. Editor(s): Castree, Noel; Demeritt, David; Liverman, Diana; Rhoads, Bruce L. Series: Wiley Blackwell Companions to Geography. Num Pages: 608 pages, Illustrations, 1 map. BIC Classification: RG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 252 x 173 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1212.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 608
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405156226
- ISBN
- 9781405156226
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 216.60
€ 216.60
Paperback. Interdisciplinary in nature, this project draws on fiction, non-fiction and archival material to theorize urban space and literary/cultural production in the context of the United States and New York City. Spanning from the mid-1970s fiscal crisis to the 1987 Market Crash, New York writing becomes akin to geographical fieldwork in this rich study. Series: American Literature Readings in the 21st Century. Num Pages: 240 pages, biography. BIC Classification: DSA; DSBH; JHB; RGC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 329.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2014
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349464760
- ISBN
- 9781349464760
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 65.93
€ 65.93
Hardcover. Ecotourism A Sustainable Option? Edited by Erlet Cater University of Reading, UK and Gwen Lowman Royal Geographical Society, UK Recent years have witnessed growing public and professional concern with environmental issues, including the fields of tourism and leisure. Editor(s): Cater, Erlet; Lowman, Gwen. Series: Royal Geographic Society Academic. Num Pages: 230 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: KNSG; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 163 x 19. Weight in Grams: 496.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 230
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471948964
- ISBN
- 9780471948964
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.13
€ 133.13
Covering economic, marketing planning and regulation issues, this book considers the vital role of marine ecotourism in raising awareness of the significance of the seas and oceans to sustainable coastal livelihoods. Series: Ecotourism Series. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: KNSG; RBKC; RNC; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 256 x 179 x 21. Weight in Grams: 860. Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea. Series: Ecotourism Series. 320 pages, illustrations. Covering economic, marketing planning and regulation issues, this book considers the vital role of marine ecotourism in raising awareness of the significance of the seas and oceans to sustainable coastal livelihoods. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. BIC Classification: KNSG; RBKC; RNC; RNK. Dimension: 256 x 179 x 21. Weight: 860.
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845932596
- ISBN
- 9781845932596
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.55
€ 118.55
Paperback. Following global material chains, this groundbreaking book reveals astonishing connections between persons, households, cities and global regions as objects are reworked, taken to pieces and traded. Editor(s): Alexander, Catherine; Reno, Joshua. Num Pages: 336 pages, black & white illustrations, maps, figures. BIC Classification: KCN; RNH. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 137 x 18. Weight in Grams: 438.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 336
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780321943
- ISBN
- 9781780321943
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.73
€ 33.73
Hardback. An exploration of the duALIne project's insights, presenting state-of-the-art research in food sustainability and identifying priority areas for further study. Editor(s): Esnouf, Catherine; Russel, Marie; Bricas, Nicholas. Num Pages: 312 pages, 41 b/w illus. BIC Classification: RNFF; RNU. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 256 x 179 x 20. Weight in Grams: 784.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781107036468
- ISBN
- 9781107036468
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 89.79
€ 89.79
Hardcover. Editor(s): Horton, Catherine. Num Pages: 139 pages. BIC Classification: JFSP31; RPT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 266 x 188 x 16. Weight in Grams: 478.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Nova Science Pub Inc
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781634633291
- ISBN
- 9781634633291
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 192.75€ 133.76
€ 192.75
€ 133.76
Hardback. Understanding Conflicts About Wildlife unites academics and practitioners to consider the political and social dimensions of 'human-wildlife conflicts'. Editor(s): Hill, Catherine M; Webber, Amanda D; Priston, Nancy E. Series: Studies of the BioSocial Society. Num Pages: 250 pages, 18 illustrations. BIC Classification: JHMC; RNKH. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152. .
- Publisher
- Berghahn Books
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781785334627
- ISBN
- 9781785334627
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 137.19
€ 137.19
Hardcover. This book analyzes the extent to which the current political paradigm is capable of meeting the challenges of climate change. Placing the UK in comparative perspective, leading energy expert Catherine Mitchell argues for a new way of approaching policy towards energy and sustainability. Series: Energy, Climate and the Environment. Num Pages: 247 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JPQB; RNPG; RNT; THX. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 224 x 162 x 20. Weight in Grams: 438.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230537118
- ISBN
- 9780230537118
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 205.07
€ 205.07
Paperback. The Political Economy of Sustainable Energy analyzes the extent to which the current political paradigm is capable of meeting the challenges of climate change. Placing the UK in comparative perspective, leading energy expert Catherine Mitchell argues for a new way of approaching policy towards energy and sustainability. Series: Energy, Climate and the Environment. Num Pages: 247 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JP; KCN; RNF; RNPG; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 215 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 312.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 247
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230241725
- ISBN
- 9780230241725
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 226.50
€ 226.50
Hardcover. What does it mean to be of Irish descent? What does Irish descent stand for in Ireland? In Northern Ireland? In the United States? This book addresses these questions by exploring the contemporary significance of ideas of ancestral roots, origins, and connections. Num Pages: 376 pages, 10 illustrations, notes, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1DBR; HBTG; RGL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 236 x 160 x 28. Weight in Grams: 646.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Syracuse University Press
- Edition
- F First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780815631590
- ISBN
- 9780815631590
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 45.94
€ 45.94
Hardback. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: RNKH; WNCS2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 160 x 23. Weight in Grams: 494.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781608934089
- ISBN
- 9781608934089
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 23.55
€ 25.99
€ 23.55
Hardback. In focusing on the power of "bottom-up" maps to transform modern European identities, the author argues that the history of cartography must expand beyond the study of elite maps and shift its emphasis to the democratization of cartography in the modern world. Num Pages: 280 pages, 16 colour plates, 71 halftones. BIC Classification: 1DDF; 1DFG; 3JH; 3JJ; HBTP; RGV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 189 x 262 x 25. Weight in Grams: 736.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226173023
- ISBN
- 9780226173023
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 50.99€ 40.43
€ 50.99
€ 40.43
Hardback. This book aims to address this neglect in the European context with concentration on the UK case. Conceptually, it explores the meanings of diaspora and whether this is an appropriate concept to refer to Latin American migration to Europe in particular Editor(s): McIlwaine, Cathy. Series: Studies of the Americas. Num Pages: 278 pages, 10 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; 1KL; JFFN; JFFS; JPS; RGC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 218 x 145 x 20. Weight in Grams: 442.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 278
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230108387
- ISBN
- 9780230108387
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.13
€ 67.13
Hardcover. This book will bring a state of the art overview of the research done in sustainable logistics. It will be structured along the four A's of sustainable logistics: awareness, avoidance, acting and shifting goods, and anticipation of new technologies. Editor(s): Macharis, Cathy; Melo, Sandra; Woxenius, Johan; Lier, Tom van. Series: Transport and Sustainability. Num Pages: 310 pages. BIC Classification: KJMV5; RNU; RPT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 157 x 231 x 23. Weight in Grams: 652.
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Limited
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781784410629
- ISBN
- 9781784410629
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 157.48
€ 157.48
Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: JFFK; RNA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 153 x 228 x 14. Weight in Grams: 368.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- University of Minnesota Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780816630974
- ISBN
- 9780816630974
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 27.67
€ 29.99
€ 27.67
This series in three volumes considers maps as constructions resulting from a number of successive transformations and stages integrated in a logical reasoning and an order of choices. * Volume 1 introduces the basis of thematic cartography; the map is regarded as a construct due to transformation processes. Num Pages: 1280 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: RGV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 164 x 84. Weight in Grams: 2338.
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- ISTE Ltd and John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 1280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848211094
- ISBN
- 9781848211094
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 799.38
€ 799.38
Guidelines for Chemical Transportation Safety, Security, and Risk Mana...
Ccps (Center For Chemical Process Safety)
Hardcover. Guidelines for Chemical Transportation Safety, Security, and Risk Management, 2nd Edition outlines current transportation risk analysis software programs and demonstrates several available risk assessment programs for land transport by rail, truck, and pipeline for consequences that may affect the public or the environment. Num Pages: 166 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNXC; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 162 x 18. Weight in Grams: 474.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 166
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471782421
- ISBN
- 9780471782421
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 195.49
€ 195.49
Hardcover. Series: Center for Chemical Process Safety "Guidelines" series. Num Pages: 292 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNXC; RNP; TQK; UGK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 163 x 21. Weight in Grams: 527.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780816907021
- ISBN
- 9780816907021
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 246.46
€ 246.46