Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
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Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
Paperback. The Government of World Cities assesses the future of metropolitan administrations in the light of some spectacular challenges to their operation, notably the collapse of the "metro model" in cities as diverse as London, Barcelona and Copenhagen. Editor(s): Sharpe, L.J. Num Pages: 248 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: JPR; RGCP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 164 x 27. Weight in Grams: 510.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471949824
- ISBN
- 9780471949824
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 487.71
€ 487.71
Hardcover. Tropical Soil Biology and Fertility Programme (TSBF) TSBF was established in 1984 under the patronage of the Man and Biosphere programme of Unesco and the Decade of the Tropics initiative of the International Union of Biological Sciences (IUBS). Editor(s): Woomer, P. L.; Swift, M. J. Num Pages: 252 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: RBGB; TVQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 251 x 181 x 21. Weight in Grams: 616.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 252
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471950950
- ISBN
- 9780471950950
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 483.94
€ 483.94
Hardcover. Scientific theory and practical applications of wetlands are evaluated, and information and experience is provided on experimental and empirical approaches tot he restoration of damaged wetland ecosystems with a view to developing firm ground rules for restoration policies and procedures. Editor(s): Wheeler, B. D.; Shaw, Susan C.; Fojt, Wanda J.; Robertson, R. Allan. Num Pages: 576 pages, line drawings, halftones. BIC Classification: RNF; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 162 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1010.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 576
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471951056
- ISBN
- 9780471951056
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 380.99
€ 380.99
Hardcover. In developed countries, the pervasive view of floods is that science and technology have largely brought these unpredictable disasters under safe control. This book shows that this is simply not so, and that floods are anything but controlled. Num Pages: 394 pages, references, tables. BIC Classification: JFFC; RNR; TQS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 255 x 184 x 28. Weight in Grams: 896.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 394
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471952480
- ISBN
- 9780471952480
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 267.38
€ 267.38
Hardcover. This book reviews recent advances in geology and hydrodynamics in an effort to promote increased dialogue between sedimentary geologists, geomorphologists and hydrodynamicists. It focuses initially on hydrodynamics of turbulent flow, followed by two and three dimensional flow through straight and curved channels and flow over bed topography. Editor(s): Carling, P.A.; Dawson, Martin. Num Pages: 546 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RBGB; RBGD; RBGH; RBKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 252 x 176 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1102.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 546
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471953302
- ISBN
- 9780471953302
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 459.18
€ 459.18
Hardcover. This volume provides a basis for understanding the current state of research in palaeohydrology of the Earth's land surface. It summarizes the work achieved to date, and indicates the ways in which palaeohydrological research relates to other global research programmes. Editor(s): Gregory, K.J.; etc.; Starkel, L. (Polish Academy of Sciences, Krakow, Poland); Baker, V.R. (University of Arizona, Tucson, USA). Num Pages: 346 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: RBKF; RBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 253 x 184 x 25. Weight in Grams: 772.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 346
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471954200
- ISBN
- 9780471954200
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 399.83
€ 399.83
Hardcover. Nonliving organic matter (NLOM) comprises the bulk of the organic carbon stored in the terrestrial biosphere and a major part of the organic carbon in the sea. Editor(s): Zepp, Richard G.; Sonntag, C.H. Series: Dahlem Workshop Reports: Environmental Sciences. Num Pages: 358 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: RNC; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 237 x 165 x 27. Weight in Grams: 682. Dahlem Workshop : Papers. Series: Dahlem Workshop Reports: Environmental Sciences. 358 pages. Editor(s): Zepp, Richard G.; Sonntag, C.H. Nonliving organic matter (NLOM) comprises the bulk of the organic carbon stored in the terrestrial biosphere and a major part of the organic carbon in the sea. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. BIC Classification: RNC; TQ. Dimension: 237 x 165 x 27. Weight: 682.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Wiley
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 358
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471954637
- ISBN
- 9780471954637
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 554.24
€ 554.24
Paperback. This is a comprehensive book which tackles the important ecological issues including the ethics of woodland creation, the types of woodland, species considerations, the influence of new woodlands on the diversity and distribution of plant and animal species, and how ecological principles can be integrated with the planning process. Editor(s): Ferris-Kaan, Richard. Num Pages: 264 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RNC; RNF; RNK; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 256 x 198 x 21. Weight in Grams: 704.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471954842
- ISBN
- 9780471954842
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 492.73
€ 492.73
Hardcover. Examining the foundations and policies of sustainable development, the contributors to this volume describe the principles and processes of ecosystems and the basic environmental management tools, including funding possibilities, particularly in developing countries. Editor(s): Atchia, Michael; Tropp, Shawna. Num Pages: 268 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; RNF; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 162 x 21. Weight in Grams: 542.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 268
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471955184
- ISBN
- 9780471955184
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 388.52
€ 388.52
Hardcover. This monograph sets out to develop a new framework within which the dynamic nature and organization of ecosystems may be understood. It introduces mathematical tools which describe and quantify the importance of spatial and temporal patterns in ecological networks. Num Pages: 280 pages, line drawings, index. BIC Classification: PBW; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 249 x 183 x 23. Weight in Grams: 680.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471955702
- ISBN
- 9780471955702
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 509.04
€ 509.04
Paperback. Looks at the the emergence of new forms of marginality as part of the new map of Europe. The contributors focus on regions, cities, and social groups which at first sight are missing out; the people and places on the edge of dominant economic, political and cultural systems which carry the stigma of marginality. Editor(s): Hadjimichalis, Costis; Sadler, David. Num Pages: 258 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; JFS; RGC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 164 x 21. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 258
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471956358
- ISBN
- 9780471956358
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 417.39
€ 417.39
Hardcover. Applying the finite element method to surface water and soil transport problems, this monograph demonstrates how the technique can be used to simulate real situations, to resolve environmental issues and to conduct environmental impact studies. Editor(s): Carey, Graham F. Num Pages: 392 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBWH; PDE; RNF; TBJ; TGMF; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 240 x 163 x 26. Weight in Grams: 712.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 392
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471956624
- ISBN
- 9780471956624
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 433.80
€ 433.80
Hardcover. This monograph provides a synopsis of developments in the solute modelling of catchment ecosystems. The volume stresses the influences of weathering, ecosystems processes and hydrological processes as well as the application of models and modelling principles. Editor(s): Trudgill, S.T. Num Pages: 486 pages, Illustrations, map. BIC Classification: PBWH; RBG; RBKF; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 259 x 186 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1058.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 486
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471957171
- ISBN
- 9780471957171
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 420.39
€ 420.39
Hardcover. Steepland geomorphology concerns landscapes which are either active tectonically or influenced by volcanism. Using case studies, this text illustrates the differing conceptual frameworks that can be used to model and manage such unstable and variable regions. Editor(s): Slaymaker, Olav. Series: International Association of Geomorphologists. Num Pages: 294 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RBG; RGB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 256 x 181 x 23. Weight in Grams: 690.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 294
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471957522
- ISBN
- 9780471957522
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 505.27
€ 505.27
Hardcover. Rehabilitation of Rivers Principles and Implementation Edited by Louise C. de Waal Division of Environmental and Analytical Sciences, University of Wolverhampton, UK Andrew R.G. Large Department of Geography, University of Newcastle, UK and P. Editor(s): De Waal, Louise C.; Wade, P. Max; Large, Andy. Series: Landscape ecology. Num Pages: 344 pages, maps. BIC Classification: RBGD; RBKF; RNF; RNP; TQS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 255 x 179 x 25. Weight in Grams: 780.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471957539
- ISBN
- 9780471957539
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 318.21
€ 318.21
Hardcover. Geomorphology and Groundwater is an up--to--the--minute collection dealing with the overlap between geomorphology and hydrogeology. These two disciplines have much to offer each other in several fields such as river groundwater interactions, the location and evolution of aquifers, karst and landform evolution. Editor(s): Brown, A. G. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RBG; RBKF; RGB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 251 x 179 x 20. Weight in Grams: 556.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471957546
- ISBN
- 9780471957546
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 451.29
€ 451.29
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
€ 332.03
€ 332.03
Hardcover. The use of systems models is becoming increasingly popular in the energy industry to investigate regulatory prices, environmental issues, strategic competitive behavior, broader markets and the impact of privatizations. This book addresses the new challenges to modelling as a result of the trend away from planned economies to new market structures. Editor(s): Bunn, Derek W.; Larsen, Erik R. Num Pages: 342 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KJQ; KNB; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 162 x 25. Weight in Grams: 654.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 342
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471957942
- ISBN
- 9780471957942
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 182.63
€ 182.63
Hardcover. Metal Speciation and Bioavailability in Aquatic Systems is the first comprehensive review to deal with fundamental concepts and models, speciation measurements and field applications in metal speciation and bioavailability in aquatic environments. Editor(s): Tessier, Andre; Turner, David R. Series: Series on Analytical and Physical Chemistry of Environmental Systems. Num Pages: 696 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSBT; RNP; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 242 x 162 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1116.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 696
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471958307
- ISBN
- 9780471958307
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 938.41
€ 938.41
Hardcover. This text addresses the hazard posed to engineering structures by salt weathering, which is an increasing one because of such diverse factors such as the spread of irrigation and high levels of atmospheric pollution. Num Pages: 256 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: RBGD; TNCC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 162 x 22. Weight in Grams: 520.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471958420
- ISBN
- 9780471958420
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 295.19
€ 295.19