Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
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Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
Paperback. Contents emerged from a conference and follow-up workshop at the Asia Research Centre on Social, Political, and Economic Change at Murdoch University. Editor(s): Hirsch, Philip. Num Pages: 306 pages, maps. BIC Classification: RNK; WN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 203 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 386.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Silkworm Books / Trasvin Publications LP Thailand
- Number of pages
- 306
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Reprint
- SKU
- V9789743900075
- ISBN
- 9789743900075
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 25.41
€ 26.99
€ 25.41
Hardback. Offers insights into the nature of expeditions and the human relationships that shaped them. This title examines, collected materials as well as museum and archive records, the contributors shed light on the complex social life and intimate work practices of the researchers involved in these expeditions. Num Pages: 250 pages, 35 halftones. BIC Classification: JHM; PDX; RGR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 239 x 161 x 28. Weight in Grams: 636.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Bard Graduate Center, Exhibitions Department United States
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781941792001
- ISBN
- 9781941792001
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 58.33€ 49.86
€ 58.33
€ 49.86
Paperback. Num Pages: 275 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, maps, figures. BIC Classification: RPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 525.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- AU Press Canada
- Number of pages
- 275
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9781927356081
- ISBN
- 9781927356081
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 29.87
€ 32.99
€ 29.87
Hardback. Examines the range of environmental campaigns that are occurring across the planet. This title showcases a selection of case studies on grassroots initiatives and activism in areas such as green economic alternatives, regional activism in defence of communities, alternative or utopian communities, green politics and ecotourism. Editor(s): Leonard, Liam; Barry, John. Series: Advances in Ecopolitics. Num Pages: 210 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: RNA; RNB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 158 x 25. Weight in Grams: 512.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 210
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849507486
- ISBN
- 9781849507486
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 196.91
€ 196.91
Hardback. Water is the key to human civilization. Most of the ancient civilization had its roots to river basins, where people-water interaction was the key aspect. This book offers analytical case studies on different aspects of water communities, which is defined as the human-water interaction process. Editor(s): Shaw, Rajib; Thaitakoo, Danai. Series Editor(s): Shaw, Rajib; Srinivas, Hari. Series: Community, Environment and Disaster Risk Management. Num Pages: 210 pages, ill. BIC Classification: RNA; RNFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 567.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 210
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849506984
- ISBN
- 9781849506984
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 182.44
€ 182.44
Hardback. Places emphasis on developments in the social theory of environmental issues, the environment, and the environmental crisis. This also emphasises on the increasingly questionable possibility of shared knowledge at a time of increasing fragmentation of common frameworks, distraction from key issues, and dilution of the idea of objectivity. Series: Current Perspectives in Social Theory. Num Pages: 364 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JHBA; RNK. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 686.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 364
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849506052
- ISBN
- 9781849506052
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.02
€ 133.02
Hardback. Examines the environmental entrepreneur and the role of property rights in encouraging eco entrepreneurship, and uses micro economics to assess whether eco entrepreneurship is fundamentally different from more general entrepreneurship. Editor(s): Libecap, Gary D. Series: Advances in the Study of Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Economic Growth. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KJH; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 13. Weight in Grams: 452.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848559509
- ISBN
- 9781848559509
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 184.36
€ 184.36
Hardback. As cities all over the world have urbanized rapidly after the industrial revolution, most cities have confronted environmental problems such as poor air and water quality, high levels of traffic congestion and ambient noise. This book brings the lessons from innovative urban risk management approaches in Asian cities. Editor(s): Shaw, Rajib; Srinivas, Hari; Sharma, Anshu. Series: Community, Environment and Disaster Risk Management. Num Pages: 230 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1F; JFSG; RNP; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 152 x 43. Weight in Grams: 712.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 230
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9781848559066
- ISBN
- 9781848559066
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 227.94
€ 227.94
Hardback. Evolutionary computation algorithms are employed to minimize functions with large number of variables. Num Pages: 344 pages. BIC Classification: PBU; RGM; UMB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 166 x 23. Weight in Grams: 640.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- ISTE Ltd and John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9781848218079
- ISBN
- 9781848218079
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 179.95
€ 179.95
Hardback. Num Pages: 372 pages, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF; RBKC; RGW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 163 x 25. Weight in Grams: 714.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- ISTE Ltd and John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 372
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9781848217782
- ISBN
- 9781848217782
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 179.95
€ 179.95
Hardback. Editor(s): Monaco, Andre. Num Pages: 290 pages, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: RBKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 166 x 21. Weight in Grams: 586.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- ISTE Ltd and John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 290
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9781848217010
- ISBN
- 9781848217010
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 179.95
€ 179.95
Hardback. Editor(s): Muttin, Frederic. Num Pages: 144 pages, illustrations (black and white), maps (black and white). BIC Classification: RGBP; TQK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 164 x 16. Weight in Grams: 364.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- ISTE Ltd and John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9781848216921
- ISBN
- 9781848216921
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 179.97
€ 179.97
Hardback. This book is intended for applications of online digital mapping, called mashups (or composite application), and to analyze the mapping practices in online socio-technical controversies. Num Pages: 160 pages, illustrations (black and white), maps (black and white). BIC Classification: RGV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 166 x 20. Weight in Grams: 438.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- ISTE Ltd and John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9781848216617
- ISBN
- 9781848216617
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 178.79
€ 178.79
Hardback. What impact are we having on the environment around us? How can we limit the effect of human life on the natural world? These questions and more are considered in Advances in Sustainability and Environmental Justice volume 13, which looks at environmental philosophy, humanity's place in the world, and how we can live in harmony with our planet. Editor(s): Leonard, Liam; Barry, John; Geus, Marius De. Series: Advances in Sustainability and Environmental Justice. Num Pages: 200 pages, black & white halftones. BIC Classification: RNA; RNT. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 162 x 235 x 23. Weight in Grams: 478.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781783501366
- ISBN
- 9781783501366
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 141.04
€ 141.04
Hardback. This volume aims to assist readers to navigate the conceptual maze surrounding discussions of business and sustainability by offering critical reflection on the state of business action for environmental sustainability and providing evidence about what is actually taking place in real localities and businesses. Editor(s): Eweje, Dr. Gabriel; Perry, Dr. Martin. Series: Critical Studies on Corporate Responsibility, Governance and Sustainability. Num Pages: 325 pages. BIC Classification: KJG; RNU. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 236 x 159 x 33. Weight in Grams: 640.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 325
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780524382
- ISBN
- 9781780524382
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 223.11
€ 223.11
Paperback. Observations of animals playing, solving problems, and behaving fairly toward each other reveal a range of animal behaviors and show that the ethical treatment of animals is a significant issue. Series: Animals, Culture, & Society. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: HPQ; JFFZ; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5830 x 3895 x 534. Weight in Grams: 431.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Temple University Press,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781592133482
- ISBN
- 9781592133482
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 29.89
€ 32.99
€ 29.89
Paperback. Examines the impacts of electronics manufacturing on workers and local environments around the world. This book provides multidimensional perspectives on the science and the politics of environmental and social justice, documenting the efforts of community and labour activists, government agencies, and others. Editor(s): Smith, Ted; Sonnenfeld, David; Pellow, David N. Num Pages: 376 pages, 37 b&w illustrations, 27 tables, 3 maps, 6 figures. BIC Classification: JHBL; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5830 x 3895 x 661. Weight in Grams: 503.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Temple University Press,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 376
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9781592133307
- ISBN
- 9781592133307
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 31.88
€ 34.99
€ 31.88
Paperback. Explores the societal forces that led to the expansion of global energy systems demonstrating how the convergence of geopolitical, commercial, and social conditions can generate transformations in world energy foundations. Num Pages: 240 pages, 2 illustrations. BIC Classification: RNK; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 225 x 162 x 15. Weight in Grams: 328.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Temple University Press,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9781592132942
- ISBN
- 9781592132942
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 29.89
€ 32.99
€ 29.89
Paperback. "City" and the "Environment" are not mutually exclusive terms. Facing urban conditions in the 21st century requires an understanding of the interaction between social, cultural, economic, political, and environmental factors. This book explores the city, its environment, and the role humans play in shaping the meaning and condition of both. Num Pages: 240 pages, 6 b&w illustrations, 10 tables, 6 figures. BIC Classification: RNK; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5830 x 3895 x 407. Weight in Grams: 327.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Temple University Press,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9781592132843
- ISBN
- 9781592132843
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 32.09
€ 34.99
€ 32.09
Paperback. When the locals and the rest of the world say 'New York', they mean Manhattan, a crowded island of commercial districts and residential neighborhoods, skyscrapers and tenements, fabulously rich and abjectly poor cheek by jowl. This title tells the story of the dreams that inspired the changes in the landscape and the problems that eluded solution. Editor(s): Rosenzweig, Roy; Benson, Susan Porter; Brier, Stephen; Rozenweig, Roy. Series: Critical Perspectives on the Past Series. Num Pages: 352 pages, 73 b&w illustrations, 8 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBBEY; AMVD; HBJK; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 6452 x 4522 x 17. Weight in Grams: 572.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Temple University Press,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781592132355
- ISBN
- 9781592132355
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 47.99€ 42.47
€ 47.99
€ 42.47