Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
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Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
Hardback. Concentrating on the remote sensing results on both initial and mature forms of tropical cyclones, this book provides a comprehensive description of the physical, geophysical and meteorological foundations of global tropical cyclogenesis. Series: Springer-Praxis Books. Num Pages: 399 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: RBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 24. Weight in Grams: 846.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Springer London Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 399
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781852331139
- ISBN
- 9781852331139
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 188.48
€ 188.48
Hardback. This book provides important and valuable insights into the genesis of tropical cyclones. It is based on scientific findings from the performance of satellite data processing and a series of scientific marine expeditions to the tropics. Series: Springer-Praxis Books. Num Pages: 604 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PHVG; RBP; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 170 x 41. Weight in Grams: 1242.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 604
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642132957
- ISBN
- 9783642132957
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 191.34
€ 191.34
Paperback. A stunning, beautifully illustrated exploration of urban underground spaces, bringing together a collection of 80 subterranean sites from around the world. Num Pages: 320 pages, 80 illustrations, 60 in colour. BIC Classification: AM; JFSG; RGC; RPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 170 x 20. Weight in Grams: 762.
- Publisher
- Reaktion Books
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780235769
- ISBN
- 9781780235769
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 21.54
€ 29.99
€ 21.54
Hardback. The book explains what have we learned regarding UA in one part of the world that may be applicable elsewhere. It also examines, quite fundamentally, why do people farm in the city and how can UA contribute to more sustainable cities in both the GN and GS? Num Pages: 251 pages. BIC Classification: JFSG; KNAC; RNF; TVF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 244 x 172. .
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780647326
- ISBN
- 9781780647326
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 115.43
€ 115.43
Hardback. This book examines the rapid expansion of urban areas worldwide, especially within the previous 50 years, identifying the factors that have contributed to this phenomenon and exploring its many consequences. Series: Contemporary World Issues. Num Pages: 311 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; JPA; KCG; RPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 617.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Number of pages
- 311
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781598844412
- ISBN
- 9781598844412
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.58€ 61.49
€ 67.58
€ 61.49
Hardcover. Global Vegetation Dynamics: Concepts and Applications in MC1 model describes the creation in the mid 1990s, architecture, uses, and limitations of the MC1 dynamic global vegetation model (DGVM) that is being used by an increasing number of research groups around the world. Editor(s): Bachelet, Dominique; Turner, David. Series: Geophysical Monograph Series. Num Pages: 208 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PS; RB; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 287 x 221 x 17. Weight in Grams: 790.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9781119011699
- ISBN
- 9781119011699
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 166.34
€ 166.34
Hardcover. Offers an objective account of the science behind climate change, the potential harm that industrial economies cause to the environment, the international debates that have emerged, and the potential for mitigation. This title explores specific case studies, including the United States, Brazil, Australia, Germany, and China. Series: Global Issues. Num Pages: 352 pages, index, bibliography, glossary, chronology, 23 tables & graphs. BIC Classification: RNPG; YXZG. Category: (ES) Secondary; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 237 x 162 x 30. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Publisher
- Facts On File Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 352
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780816067695
- ISBN
- 9780816067695
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 52.38€ 48.83
€ 52.38
€ 48.83
Paperback. Archer's Global Warming: Understanding the Forecast 2 nd Edition, is the first real text to present the science and policy surrounding climate change at the right level. Accompanying videos, simulations and instructional support makes it easier to build a syllabus to improve and create new material on climate change. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrations (some col.), col. maps. BIC Classification: RBP; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 204 x 8. Weight in Grams: 354.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470943410
- ISBN
- 9780470943410
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 115.85
€ 115.85
Hardback. This book offers concrete and innovative engineering solutions to help prevent global warming. Solutions discussed include energy management and conservation, emission reduction, sustainable development, pollution control, policy development, and many more. Editor(s): Dincer, Ibrahim; Hepbasil, Arif; Midilli, Adnan; Karakoc, T. Hikmet. Series: Green Energy and Technology. Num Pages: 685 pages, 50 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: KNBT; RNPG; RNU; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 164 x 46. Weight in Grams: 1148.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 685
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781441910165
- ISBN
- 9781441910165
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 246.65
€ 246.65
Paperback. Editor(s): Nishioka, Shuzo; Harasawa, Hideo. Num Pages: 244 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 403.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Verlag, Japan Japan
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1998
- Number of pages
- 244
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9784431684930
- ISBN
- 9784431684930
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 122.29
€ 122.29
Paperback. A guide to the environmental challenges facing our planet in the 21st century and beyond, written in a healthy mix of plain language and light entertainment. Num Pages: 120 pages. BIC Classification: RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 210 x 135. Weight in Grams: 300.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Brolga Publishing Pty Ltd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781925367096
- ISBN
- 9781925367096
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 13.27
€ 13.99
€ 13.27
Paperback. Series: Springer Praxis Books / Environmental Sciences. Num Pages: 510 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 27. Weight in Grams: 845.
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2005
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642062919
- ISBN
- 9783642062919
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 411.73
€ 411.73
Hardcover. Seeks to separate fact from fiction in the global-warming debate. This title describes the history of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and many other conferences, and their dire predictions on global temperatures, rainfall, weather and climate, while highlighting confusion and sensationalism media reports. Series: Springer Praxis Books / Environmental Sciences. Num Pages: 510 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 181 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1080.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2005th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783540239093
- ISBN
- 9783540239093
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 412.81
€ 412.81
Paperback. Editor(s): Ichikawa, Atsunobu (Council for Science and Technology Policy, Professor Emeritus, Tokyo, Japan). Num Pages: 161 pages, 9 black & white illustrations, 72 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: RB; RNF; RNP; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 10. Weight in Grams: 278.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2004
- Number of pages
- 161
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401570947
- ISBN
- 9789401570947
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 121.27
€ 121.27
Hardback. Series: Science 101 S. 224 pages, 30 illustrations (b&w). A guide to the science of global warming, which describes scientific issues related to melting ice, rising seas, and effects on plants and animals, as well as human health before concluding with the consideration of possible solutions. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: RNPG. Dimension: 243 x 163 x 19. Weight: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780313346903
- ISBN
- 9780313346903
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 54.77€ 50.42
€ 54.77
€ 50.42
Paperback. How will global warming affect developing countries, which rely heavily on agriculture as a source of economic growth? This title asserts that developing countries have more at risk, such as their production capacity, than industrial countries as global warming worsens. It examines 2071-2100 to forecast the effects of global warming. Num Pages: 250 pages, Illustrations, col. maps. BIC Classification: 3JM; KCJ; KNAC; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 168 x 11. Weight in Grams: 304.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780881324037
- ISBN
- 9780881324037
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 18.46
€ 23.99
€ 18.46
Hardcover. This compendium looks at Asian and European policies for dealing with climate change, and possible impacts on conflicts and security. It clarifies the impacts of climate change on natural resources, on the frequency and expansion of natural disasters and the repercussions for environmentally-induced migration. Editor(s): Marquina, Antonio. Series: Energy, Climate and the Environment. Num Pages: 528 pages, 53 black & white illustrations, 21 black & white tables. BIC Classification: 1D; 1F; GTJ; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 219 x 165 x 34. Weight in Grams: 760.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 528
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230237711
- ISBN
- 9780230237711
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.78
€ 124.78
Hardback. Formulates a global economic growth model with links between the economic system and the climate system. With this formulation, feedback effects of climate change on the economic systems are captured endogenously within the model structure. Series: Advances in Computational Economics. Num Pages: 224 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KC; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 526.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792321491
- ISBN
- 9780792321491
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.22
€ 127.22
Hardback. This text explores two major environmental concerns that arise from fuel use: the prospect that the globe will become warmer as a result of emissions of carbon dioxide, and the effect upon health of the fine particles emitted as combustion products. Editor(s): Kursunoglu, Behram N.; Mintz, Stephan L.; Perlmutter, Arnold. Num Pages: 220 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 14. Weight in Grams: 1510.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 220
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306466359
- ISBN
- 9780306466359
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.61
€ 129.61
Paperback. Editor(s): Kursunogammalu, Behram N.; Mintz, Stephan L.; Perlmutter, Arnold. Num Pages: 220 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBP; THK; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 13. Weight in Grams: 470.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2001
- Number of pages
- 220
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461354970
- ISBN
- 9781461354970
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 124.24
€ 124.24