Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
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Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
Paperback. Dealing with the imminent decline of cheap oil, this book shows how oil and war have been closely related in the 20th century. Tracing the crucial role of fossil fuels in the rise of industrialism, it discusses the degree to which energy alternatives can compensate for oil, and recommends a global programme of resource conservation and sharing. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: RNF; RNT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 157 x 27. Weight in Grams: 514. Oil, War and the Fate of Industrial Societies. 320 pages. Dealing with the imminent decline of cheap oil, this book shows how oil and war have been closely related in the 20th century. Tracing the crucial role of fossil fuels in the rise of industrialism, it discusses the degree to which energy alternatives can compensate for oil, and recommends a global programme of resource conservation and sharing. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: RNF; RNT. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 27. Weight: 518.
- Publisher
- TEMPLE LODGE PUBLISH
- Number of pages
- 320
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- 2New Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781905570003
- ISBN
- 9781905570003
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 14.21
€ 17.99
€ 14.21
Hardback. .
- Publisher
- Birlinn General
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780273198
- ISBN
- 9781780273198
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 33.95
€ 40.99
€ 33.95
Paperback. The US and Mexican border regions have experienced rapid demographic and economic growth. This title is a study of cross-border economic issues and developments comparing the disparate industrial growth and income gap between the regions on either side of the US-Mexico border. Num Pages: 304 pages, 29 b&w illustrations, 49 figures, 3 maps, 22 tables. BIC Classification: 1KLCM; JFC; KCM; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 160 x 18. Weight in Grams: 395.
- Publisher
- University of Texas Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780292717190
- ISBN
- 9780292717190
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.24
€ 35.24
Paperback. BIC Classification: RGS; WTR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 190 x 10. Weight in Grams: 196.
- Publisher
- Rando Editions
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9782344014059
- ISBN
- 9782344014059
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.04
€ 21.04
Hardback. Making a comeback in Northern Europe and North America, wolf populations cause conflicts by affecting the livelihoods of rural peoples. However, their arrivals also become embedded in more general societal tensions. Series: Interspecies Encounters. Num Pages: 270 pages, 2 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DNN; JHB; RNT. 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
- V9781785334207
- ISBN
- 9781785334207
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 157.00
€ 157.00
Paperback. Num Pages: 144 pages, Color Photos, Black and White Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSS; RNU; VS; WK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 229 x 10. Weight in Grams: 498.
- Publisher
- Chelsea Green Publishing Co
- Number of pages
- 144
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781933392479
- ISBN
- 9781933392479
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 21.99
€ 33.99
€ 21.99
Paperback. 'THE MOST VITAL DOCUMENT ABOUT LONDON IN YEARS' - TIMEOUT ***** Num Pages: 288 pages, map. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; RGB; WSZC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 141 x 22. Weight in Grams: 196.
- Publisher
- Hodder & Stoughton
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781444723397
- ISBN
- 9781444723397
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 11.81
€ 15.99
€ 11.81
Paperback. A comprehensive account of the geology of Northern England, including Lake District National Park, Northumberland National Park and part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. It is suitable for geologists, students and those who are interested in the various interpretations of the geology of the region. Series: Regional Geology Guides. Num Pages: 304 pages, full colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEY; RBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 255 x 182 x 20. Weight in Grams: 906. Series: Regional Geology Guides. 304 pages, full colour illustrations. A comprehensive account of the geology of Northern England, including Lake District National Park, Northumberland National Park and part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. It is suitable for geologists, students and those who are interested in the various interpretations of the geology of the region. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1DBKEY; RBG. Dimension: 255 x 182 x 20. Weight: 906.
- Publisher
- Cordee
- Number of pages
- 304
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- 5th Revised edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780852726525
- ISBN
- 9780852726525
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 21.63
€ 24.99
€ 21.63
Hardback. With growing evidence of unsustainable use of the world's resources, such as hydrocarbon reserves, and related environmental pollution, as in alarming climate change predictions, sustainable development is arguably the prominent issue of the 21st century. Editor(s): Sillitoe, Paul. Series: Environmental Anthropology and Ethnobiology. Num Pages: 532 pages, 71 ills, 37 tables. BIC Classification: RGC; RNU. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 153 x 237 x 34. Weight in Grams: 896.
- Publisher
- Berghahn Books
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781782383710
- ISBN
- 9781782383710
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 206.43
€ 206.43
Paperback. Around 71% of the Earth's surface is covered in water. In this Very Short Introduction John Finney explores the science of water, its structure and remarkable properties, and its vital role for life on Earth. Series: Very Short Introductions. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: PHVB; PNR; PSA; RBK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 175 x 113 x 11. Weight in Grams: 126.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198708728
- ISBN
- 9780198708728
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.99€ 10.81
€ 11.99
€ 10.81
Hardback. The latest in the bestselling "Life & Love of" series by Lewis Blackwell Num Pages: 216 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: AJC; RBKC; WNCS1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 319 x 315 x 26. Weight in Grams: 2156.
- Publisher
- Abrams
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781419718625
- ISBN
- 9781419718625
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 52.99€ 40.51
€ 52.99
€ 40.51
Paperback. Provides an easy-to-follow programme for individuals and families to cut down the carbon calories they consume at home, on the road and at play. Num Pages: 108 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 219 x 188 x 20. Weight in Grams: 640.
- Publisher
- Short Books Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 108
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781904977988
- ISBN
- 9781904977988
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.39
€ 17.99
€ 13.39
paperback. Fossils provide a powerful tool for the study of the nearly 4-billion-year history of life, and its role in the evolution of Earth systems. They also provide important data for evolutionary studies, and contribute to our understanding of the extinction of organisms and the origins of modern biodiversity. Num Pages: 172 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RBX. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 276 x 218 x 11. Weight in Grams: 608.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Number of pages
- 172
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405193368
- ISBN
- 9781405193368
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 51.99€ 50.51
€ 51.99
€ 50.51
Hardback. Num Pages: 201 pages, 38 black & white illustrations, 1 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PDZ; RBGK; RBKF; RGM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155. .
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing AG
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783319540535
- ISBN
- 9783319540535
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 51.99€ 42.14
€ 51.99
€ 42.14
Paperback. Explorer and adventurer Sir Ranulph Fiennes explores the concept of fear, and shows us through his own experiences how we can push our boundaries in everyday life. Num Pages: 336 pages, 2 x 8 page colour insets. BIC Classification: BM; JMQ; KJMB; RGR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
- Publisher
- Hodder & Stoughton General Division
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781473618008
- ISBN
- 9781473618008
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 11.78
€ 15.99
€ 11.78
Hardback. Argues that humans and ecological systems are inextricably bound together in complex ways. This book provides a foundation in traditional neoclassical economic thought, and places that foundation within an interdisciplinary framework which embraces the linkages among economic growth, environmental degradation, and social inequity. Num Pages: 488 pages, figures. BIC Classification: KCN; RN. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 179 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1164.
- Publisher
- Island Press United States
- Number of pages
- 488
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- Second
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781597266819
- ISBN
- 9781597266819
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 84.39€ 84.23
€ 84.39
€ 84.23
Sheet map, folded. .
- Publisher
- Alan Godfrey Maps
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847843142
- ISBN
- 9781847843142
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 7.03
€ 7.03
Paperback. This final volume in the Eco-technology series deals with generation of energy using Nature's enormous potential. Editor(s): Coats, Callum. Translator(s): Coats, Callum. Num Pages: 268 pages, b&w photographs, illustrations, graphs. BIC Classification: RNC; THX; TQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 166 x 17. Weight in Grams: 506.
- Publisher
- Gill & Macmillan Ltd
- Number of pages
- 268
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781858600611
- ISBN
- 9781858600611
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 21.62
€ 27.99
€ 21.62
Paperback. The book is divided into 20 chapters, ordered to cover general concepts in analytical chemistry: procedures based on wet chemistry and optical spectroscopy; the techniques of arc and spark emission spectrometry and ion-selective electrodes; and X-ray and micro-beam procedures. Num Pages: 632 pages, 72 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PNV; RBGK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 280 x 216 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1545.
- Publisher
- Blackie
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780216932098
- ISBN
- 9780216932098
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 142.01
€ 142.01
Hardcover. There are few marine creatures as spectacular as the Basking Shark. At up to 11 metres in length and seven tonnes in weight, this colossal, plankton-feeding shark is the second largest fish in the world. Join us for a journey amidst wild seas, places, people and conservation history in the battle to protect this iconic creature. Num Pages: 296 pages, 8-page colour section. BIC Classification: PSPM; PSVW1; RNKH; WNCS1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 153. .
- Publisher
- Wild Nature Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780957394681
- ISBN
- 9780957394681
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 31.82
€ 37.99
€ 31.82
Hardcover. Num Pages: 240 pages, colour & b/w photos & illus. BIC Classification: BGTA; RGR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 162 x 235 x 24. Weight in Grams: 638.
- Publisher
- Harbour Publishing Canada
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781550175837
- ISBN
- 9781550175837
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 28.44
€ 32.99
€ 28.44
Paperback. Field guide to a region exhibiting superb structural geology, a complete Neogene sedimentary sequence and classic dryland geomorphology.
Series: Classic Geology in Europe. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: RG. Dimension: 218 x 139 x 18. Weight in Grams: 426.
Series: Classic Geology in Europe. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: RG. Dimension: 218 x 139 x 18. Weight in Grams: 426.
- Publisher
- Dunedin Academic Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780460376
- ISBN
- 9781780460376
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 36.39
€ 40.99
€ 36.39
Paperback. Previous edition by Bruce M. Beehler, Thane K. Pratt, and Dale A. Zimmerman. Illustrator(s): Anderton, John C.; Kokay, Szabolcs. Series: Princeton Field Guides. Num Pages: 528 pages, 635 maps. BIC Classification: RG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 163 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1194.
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- Second
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691095639
- ISBN
- 9780691095639
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 53.48€ 42.15
€ 53.48
€ 42.15
Paperback. Num Pages: 288 pages, 20 halftones, 10 line drawings, 2 tables. BIC Classification: RG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 152. .
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226083254
- ISBN
- 9780226083254
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 36.42
€ 46.99
€ 36.42