Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
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Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
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.
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- 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.
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- 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.
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- 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.
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- 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
€ 296.49
€ 296.49
Paperback. In the stratosphere, ozone performs a vital role by absorbing ultraviolet (UV) radiation and acting as a protective layer for life on Earth. Ultraviolet Reflections: Life Under a Thinning Ozone Layer examines the effects of increasing UV radiation on people, plants and animals. Num Pages: 164 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RNC; RNPG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 266.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 164
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471958437
- ISBN
- 9780471958437
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 158.78
€ 158.78
Hardcover. The IUPAC Series on Analytical and Physical Chemistry of Environmental Systems provides the scientific community with a critical evaluation of the state of the art on physicochemical structures and reactions in environmental systems, as well as on the analytical techniques required to study and monitor these systems. Editor(s): Harrison, Roy M.; Grieken, Rene van. Series: Series on Analytical and Physical Chemistry of Environmental Systems. Num Pages: 622 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PHVJ; PNR; RGW; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 240 x 165 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1040.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 622
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471959359
- ISBN
- 9780471959359
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 620.78
€ 620.78
Hardcover. It is not only green thinkers who value the environment. Decisions on how to respond to global environmental change, energy policy or where to site a new road are all informed by values. Editor(s): Guerrier, Yvonne; Alexander, Nicholas; Chase, Jonathan; O'Brien, Martin. Num Pages: 238 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 165 x 19. Weight in Grams: 500.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 238
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471960478
- ISBN
- 9780471960478
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 410.18
€ 410.18
Paperback. The disposal of radioactive waste is a central issue in the future of nuclear power and poses considerable technical, political and social issues. This book addresses these topics in an integrated fashion using performance assessment of the disposal concept as a unifying theme. Editor(s): Savage, David. Num Pages: 454 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RNH; RNQ; THK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 239 x 166 x 31. Weight in Grams: 842.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 454
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471960904
- ISBN
- 9780471960904
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 413.63
€ 413.63
Hardcover. Recent years have witnessed the most substantial changes in the world system of states and their boundaries since World War II. The key division between the states in the world system the former deep ideological divide between East and West has disappeared. Series: Studies in Political Geography. Num Pages: 376 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1DNF; 1DVUA; JPSL; RGCP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 163 x 26. Weight in Grams: 702.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 376
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471961192
- ISBN
- 9780471961192
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 52.12
€ 52.12
Hardcover. Regolith is the layer of broken and unconsolidated rock and soil material that forms the surface of the land and covers the bedrock nearly everywhere. An understanding of its properties and structure is very important in topics such as groundwater supply, soil conservation and exploration efforts for economic materials. Num Pages: 326 pages, glossary. BIC Classification: RBGF; RBGG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 253 x 194 x 24. Weight in Grams: 844.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 326
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471961215
- ISBN
- 9780471961215
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 461.33
€ 461.33
Hardcover. Dynamic unbounded medium-structure interactions occur in many fields of engineering and physical science, such as wave propagation in soil-structure and fluid-structure interactions, acoustics and electromagnetism and as diffusion in heat conduction and consolidation. Num Pages: 350 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RBGB; TBJ; TNCC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 253 x 182 x 26. Weight in Grams: 786.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 350
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471961345
- ISBN
- 9780471961345
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 332.03
€ 332.03
Hardcover. This volume describes the results of the Covered Catchment Project at Gardsjon in Sweden. This is a major project in which a large (800m2) roof has been erected under a forest canopy to shelter the soil from the acid rain that falls in that area. Editor(s): Hultberg, Hans; Skeffington, Richard. Num Pages: 484 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: RBGB; RNC; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 255 x 181 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1030.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 484
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471961512
- ISBN
- 9780471961512
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 311.93
€ 311.93
Hardcover. Presents the understanding of dispersion processes in the marine environment in relatively simple terms in the hope that it will be helpful to oceanographers and scientists from other disciplines. Global case studies are included in this book. Num Pages: 328 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: RBKC; RNP; TQSW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 251 x 182 x 25. Weight in Grams: 748.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471961628
- ISBN
- 9780471961628
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 318.21
€ 318.21
Paperback. This book explores the rights and aspirations of the developing world, the need to balance ecology and economics, and the potential impact of policy on climate change, with a focus on the Southern Hemisphere. A thorough reference source valuable to readers in a variety of disciplines. Editor(s): Giambelluca, Thomas W.; Henderson-Sellers, Ann. Series: Research & Developments in Climate & Climatology S. Num Pages: 488 pages, line drawings, halftones. BIC Classification: RBP; RNPG; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 252 x 179 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1070.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 488
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471962144
- ISBN
- 9780471962144
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 481.85
€ 481.85