Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
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Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
Hardcover. The Third Edition of Blue Planet: An Introduction to Earth System Science treats earth science from a systems perspective, showing how the four spheres (lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, biosphere) are interrelated. In this edition, significant emphasis is placed on cycling of materials and energy, and interactions among the spheres. Num Pages: 672 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.), col. maps. BIC Classification: RB. Category: (P) Professional & Scholarly; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 280 x 219 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1530.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 672
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471236436
- ISBN
- 9780471236436
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 227.33
€ 227.33
Hardback. Updated to reflect the most current thinking on urban studies, The Blackwell City Reader , Second Edition features a comprehensive selection of multidisciplinary readings relating to the analysis and experience of global cities. Editor(s): Bridge, Gary; Watson, Sophie. Num Pages: 472 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSG; JHBA; RGC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 249 x 175 x 31. Weight in Grams: 936.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 472
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405189835
- ISBN
- 9781405189835
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 138.93
€ 138.93
Paperback. Updated to reflect the most current thinking on urban studies, The Blackwell City Reader , Second Edition features a comprehensive selection of multidisciplinary readings relating to the analysis and experience of global cities. Editor(s): Bridge, Gary; Watson, Sophie. Num Pages: 472 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables. BIC Classification: JFSG; JHBA; RGC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 171 x 25. Weight in Grams: 718.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Number of pages
- 472
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405189828
- ISBN
- 9781405189828
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 50.94
€ 50.94
Hardcover. Editor(s): Ryann, Amy L.; Perkins, Nathan J. Num Pages: 293 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RBKC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 182 x 260 x 22. Weight in Grams: 744.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 293
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781611228557
- ISBN
- 9781611228557
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 251.90€ 169.48
€ 251.90
€ 169.48
Hardcover. Meticulously written, "The Bitterroot and Mr. Brandborg" tells the story of Guy M. Brandborg and his impact on the practices of the U.S. Forest Service. It articulates Brandborg s Progressive-era idealism and is based on extensive archival research in collections throughout the Rockies and the Northwest, including the Brandborg family papers." Num Pages: 408 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: BG; RNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 703.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- University of Utah Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781607811015
- ISBN
- 9781607811015
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 42.67
€ 42.67
Hardback. Carbon dioxide levels have reached heights not seen for three million years, and the greatest mass extinction since the time of the dinosaurs appears to be underway. This book shows how this epochal transformation puts the deep history of the planet at the heart of contemporary environmental politics. Num Pages: 240 pages, 2 maps, 1 table. BIC Classification: HB; RB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 152. .
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520289970
- ISBN
- 9780520289970
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 41.67
€ 41.67
Paperback. A basic textbook introducing the scientific principles involved in studying the structure and functioning of the biosphere. It uses worldwide examples and stresses human impact. Written with non-specialist readers in mind, it covers knowledge and techniques of investigation. Num Pages: 266 pages, maps, diagrams, half-tones, glossary, index. BIC Classification: PS; RNC; RNF; TQ. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 247 x 173 x 15. Weight in Grams: 440.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 266
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471985495
- ISBN
- 9780471985495
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 116.52
€ 116.52
Paperback. The second part of an all-inclusive two volume reference on biological markers in petroleum geochemistry, environmental science and archaeology. Num Pages: 704 pages, 463 b/w illus. 20 tables. BIC Classification: RBGH; RBGK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 247 x 187 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1344.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 704
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521039987
- ISBN
- 9780521039987
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 134.38
€ 134.38
Hardcover. This comprehensive book provides a thorough scientific foundation on the growth and care of plants common to all horticultural commodities. Continuing in the tradition of the first edition, it incorporates the principles behind the techniques described in other "how-to" horticulture texts. Num Pages: 528 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 182 x 24. Weight in Grams: 878.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471465799
- ISBN
- 9780471465799
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 215.93
€ 215.93
Paperback. A revised and thoroughly updated edition of this concise but comprehensive introduction to desert ecology. Series: Biology of Habitats Series. Num Pages: 400 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSTS; PSVS; RNK. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 197 x 235 x 23. Weight in Grams: 708.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198732761
- ISBN
- 9780198732761
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 102.60
€ 102.60
Paperback. An examination of the complex interrelationships between human culture and nature, this study covers the period from the beginning of agriculture right up to the present day. Focusing on issues relating to human health and well-being and the state of our natural environment, Boyden draws some key conclusions critical to the future of humanity. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 210 x 147 x 12. Weight in Grams: 280.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- University of New South Wales Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780868407661
- ISBN
- 9780868407661
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.77
€ 26.77
Paperback. This is a comprehensive update of this popular and practical introduction to savannah ecology, examining a range of ecological issues including population regulation, species interactions, food webs, biodiversity and conservation. Series: Biology of Habitats. Num Pages: 352 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1H; PSTS; PSVS; PSVW7; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 159 x 232 x 18. Weight in Grams: 610.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198702719
- ISBN
- 9780198702719
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 98.09
€ 98.09
Hardback. Growing from the seafloor and extending along the ocean surface in lush canopies, giant kelp provides an extensive vertical habitat in a largely two-dimensional seascape. This book provides a discussion of kelp species and forest ecology worldwide, with considerations of human uses and abuses, management and conservation, and more. Num Pages: 416 pages, 95 b/w illus., 5 tables. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSPM; RNC; RNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 264 x 185 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1022.
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520278868
- ISBN
- 9780520278868
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 73.14€ 69.14
€ 73.14
€ 69.14
Paperback. Dealing with aspects of the biology and conservation of wolves, dogs, jackals and foxes, this is a book on the dog family. It covers topics relevant to modern conservation science, and features case studies of canid species across the globe. It is suitable for scientists studying carnivores, predators, cooperative breeding, and social systems. Editor(s): Macdonald, David W.; Sillero-Zubiri, Claudio. Num Pages: 464 pages, numerous halftones, tables & figures. BIC Classification: PSVW7; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 247 x 190 x 28. Weight in Grams: 844.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 464
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198515562
- ISBN
- 9780198515562
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 103.04
€ 103.04
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
€ 585.39
€ 585.39
Hardcover. Submerged soils and the wetlands they support are of huge practical importance: in global element cycles, as centres of biodiversity, in global food production. This book shows how they are also uniquely interesting scientifically because of their peculiar biogeochemistry and the adaptations of plants and microbes to it. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations, 1 map. BIC Classification: PN; RBGB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 160 x 23. Weight in Grams: 616.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470863015
- ISBN
- 9780470863015
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 369.46
€ 369.46
Paperback. Num Pages: 146 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: RBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 157 x 8. Weight in Grams: 240.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- ISTE Ltd and John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 146
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848218154
- ISBN
- 9781848218154
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 214.37
€ 214.37
Paperback. The definitive guide for people wanting to make a positive difference in the world. Num Pages: 320 pages, 100 B&W illustrations and charts. BIC Classification: JPW; RNA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 154 x 20. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- New Society Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780865715752
- ISBN
- 9780865715752
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 21.08
€ 23.99
€ 21.08
Paperback. This book focuses on the role of government in organizing the nation's transportation industries. As the authors show, over the course of the twentieth century transportation in the United States was as much a product of hard-fought politics, lobbying, and litigation as it was a naturally evolving system of engineering and available technology. Num Pages: 344 pages, 17 illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; RPT. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University of Pennsylvania Press United States
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780812221169
- ISBN
- 9780812221169
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.06
€ 46.06
Hardcover. Cutting through 160 years of mythmaking, best-selling historian Michael Wallis presents the ultimate cautionary tale of America's westward expansion. Num Pages: 320 pages, 50 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; HBJK; HBLL; HBTP; RGR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155. .
- Publisher
- Liveright
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780871407696
- ISBN
- 9780871407696
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 37.83
€ 37.83
paperback. An ecocritical exploration of the varied preconceptions that have shaped and coloured the human relationship with the early Virginia landscape. Drawing on familiar history and lesser-known material, it focuses on the changes to the land over time and changes in the way people viewed Virginia. Series: Under the Sign of Nature: Explorations in Ecocriticism. Num Pages: 352 pages, 28 b&w illustrations, 3 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBBFV; HBJK; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- University of Virginia Press United States
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780813920382
- ISBN
- 9780813920382
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 45.42
€ 45.42
Paperback. Num Pages: 284 pages, col. Illustrations. BIC Classification: RNKH; WMPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 171 x 17. Weight in Grams: 622.
- Publisher
- Constable and Robinson United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 284
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781905862597
- ISBN
- 9781905862597
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 17.71
€ 25.99
€ 17.71
Paperback. In the wake of the devastating 1906 earthquake and fire, the city of San Francisco desperately needed reliable supplies of water and electricity. Its mayor, James Phelan, pressed for the damming of the Tuolumne River, setting off a firestorm of protest. This work tells the epic story of the first major environmental battle of the 20th century. Num Pages: 332 pages, 28 halftones, 2 maps. BIC Classification: HBJK; HBLL; RNA; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 460.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 332
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195313093
- ISBN
- 9780195313093
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 59.62
€ 59.62
Hardcover. Series: Princeton Studies in Cultural Sociology. Num Pages: 320 pages, 52 halftones. 31 line illus. 6 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBBWY; RNF; RNP; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 164 x 260 x 29. Weight in Grams: 598.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691164342
- ISBN
- 9780691164342
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.85
€ 67.85