Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
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Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
Hardcover. This volume provides a basis for understanding the current state of research in palaeohydrology of the Earth's land surface. It summarizes the work achieved to date, and indicates the ways in which palaeohydrological research relates to other global research programmes. Editor(s): Gregory, K.J.; etc.; Starkel, L. (Polish Academy of Sciences, Krakow, Poland); Baker, V.R. (University of Arizona, Tucson, USA). Num Pages: 346 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: RBKF; RBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 253 x 184 x 25. Weight in Grams: 772.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 346
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471954200
- ISBN
- 9780471954200
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 405.73
€ 405.73
Hardcover. This book reviews recent advances in geology and hydrodynamics in an effort to promote increased dialogue between sedimentary geologists, geomorphologists and hydrodynamicists. It focuses initially on hydrodynamics of turbulent flow, followed by two and three dimensional flow through straight and curved channels and flow over bed topography. Editor(s): Carling, P.A.; Dawson, Martin. Num Pages: 546 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RBGB; RBGD; RBGH; RBKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 252 x 176 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1102.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 546
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471953302
- ISBN
- 9780471953302
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 464.34
€ 464.34
Hardcover. In developed countries, the pervasive view of floods is that science and technology have largely brought these unpredictable disasters under safe control. This book shows that this is simply not so, and that floods are anything but controlled. Num Pages: 394 pages, references, tables. BIC Classification: JFFC; RNR; TQS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 255 x 184 x 28. Weight in Grams: 896.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 394
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471952480
- ISBN
- 9780471952480
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 269.40
€ 269.40
Hardcover. Scientific theory and practical applications of wetlands are evaluated, and information and experience is provided on experimental and empirical approaches tot he restoration of damaged wetland ecosystems with a view to developing firm ground rules for restoration policies and procedures. Editor(s): Wheeler, B. D.; Shaw, Susan C.; Fojt, Wanda J.; Robertson, R. Allan. Num Pages: 576 pages, line drawings, halftones. BIC Classification: RNF; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 162 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1010.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 576
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471951056
- ISBN
- 9780471951056
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 386.61
€ 386.61
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
€ 491.10
€ 491.10
Paperback. The Government of World Cities assesses the future of metropolitan administrations in the light of some spectacular challenges to their operation, notably the collapse of the "metro model" in cities as diverse as London, Barcelona and Copenhagen. Editor(s): Sharpe, L.J. Num Pages: 248 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: JPR; RGCP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 164 x 27. Weight in Grams: 510.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471949824
- ISBN
- 9780471949824
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 494.92
€ 494.92
Hardcover. This book fills a significant gap in the climatological literature; comprehensive assessment of the climates of the southern hemisphere. It is the first book of its type to provide a consolidated view of the climates of southern Africa, Australia, South America and Antarctica, addressing past and future climates as well as those in the present. Series: Belhaven Studies in Climatology. Num Pages: 318 pages, figures, table, plates, index. BIC Classification: 1MT; RBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 257 x 201 x 23. Weight in Grams: 806.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 318
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471949268
- ISBN
- 9780471949268
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 247.74
€ 247.74
Hardcover. A systematic investigation of both the geopolitical commonalities and differences between the Arctic and Antarctic. The objective is to study them both together, and then to present a broader global context so that a new research agenda can be set for further comparative polar studies. Series: Polar Research. Num Pages: 330 pages, maps. BIC Classification: 1MTN; 1MTS; JPSL; RGCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 236 x 164 x 26. Weight in Grams: 628.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 330
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471948988
- ISBN
- 9780471948988
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 371.33
€ 371.33
Hardcover. Ecotourism A Sustainable Option? Edited by Erlet Cater University of Reading, UK and Gwen Lowman Royal Geographical Society, UK Recent years have witnessed growing public and professional concern with environmental issues, including the fields of tourism and leisure. Editor(s): Cater, Erlet; Lowman, Gwen. Series: Royal Geographic Society Academic. Num Pages: 230 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: KNSG; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 163 x 19. Weight in Grams: 496.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 230
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471948964
- ISBN
- 9780471948964
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.13
€ 133.13
Hardcover. This volume has been written specifically to assist developers who reclaim contaminated land for productive re-use, and for the regulators charged with ensuring that this recycling does not expose the public or the wider environment to unacceptable risks. Num Pages: 228 pages, Illustrations, plans. BIC Classification: RNH; TNFR; TQK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 237 x 180 x 20. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 228
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471948933
- ISBN
- 9780471948933
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 322.92
€ 322.92
Hardcover. Global watming through the enhanced greehouse effect is one of the major and most uncertain forces of global environmental change presently facing the earth. This book is a guide to the scientific and policy debate concerning the roles of agriculture, forestry and other activities leading to global warming. Num Pages: 282 pages, tables, figures. BIC Classification: RBP; RNF; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 239 x 161 x 21. Weight in Grams: 570.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 282
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471948858
- ISBN
- 9780471948858
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 503.84
€ 503.84
Hardcover. This book explores the business response to environmental issues using a critical social science perspective. It examines the pressures on business to take up environmental activities and assesses those activities in terms of company, culture, communication and influence on the environmental agenda. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KJM; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 180 x 18. Weight in Grams: 456.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471948728
- ISBN
- 9780471948728
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 153.45
€ 153.45
Hardcover. The development of agriculture has caused rapid changes to the rural environment. Today, with growing awareness and concern for environmental issues, there is a movement to stem further damage to the countryside and replace some of the values which have been lost. Num Pages: 314 pages, line drawings, halftones. BIC Classification: JKSN1; RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 242 x 166 x 23. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 314
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471948711
- ISBN
- 9780471948711
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 257.93
€ 257.93
Paperback. This book provides an introduction to general seismology, seismic waves, earthquakes and their effects, the structure of the earth and exploration seismology, particularly in hydrocarbon exploration. It offers a survey of principles and applications and includes a historical section and extensive references. Num Pages: 234 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: RBC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 189 x 14. Weight in Grams: 480.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 234
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471948698
- ISBN
- 9780471948698
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 150.90
€ 150.90
Hardcover. An up-to-date compilation written by authorities in particular aspects of ichnology. Considers the biological evidence that can be derived from trace fossils including both marine and terrestrial paleoenvironments. Features ancient and modern examples running the gamut from late Precambrian through fish coprolites to dinosaur eggs. Editor(s): Donovan, Stephen K. Num Pages: 316 pages, illustrations, figures, tables. BIC Classification: RBX; WNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 162 x 24. Weight in Grams: 632.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 316
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471948438
- ISBN
- 9780471948438
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 326.74
€ 326.74
Hardcover. A renaissance in railways and the formal recognition of environmental priorities are both features of the last quarter of the twentieth century, but relatively little has been published about the individual and collective environmental impacts of railways. There is an urgent need to address the subject comprehensively. Num Pages: 394 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; KNGT; RNF; TRF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 236 x 169 x 29. Weight in Grams: 710.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 394
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471948285
- ISBN
- 9780471948285
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 345.84
€ 345.84
Hardcover. Introduces the methods of synoptic climatology (the spatial analysis of climates) and shows its vital importance in the understanding of environmental systems. Constructed around five environmental scenarios: tropospheric ozone concentration, surface wind flows, regional hydrology, local hydrology and acid rain. Num Pages: 256 pages, maps, diagrams, figures, tables, references, index. BIC Classification: RBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 166 x 18. Weight in Grams: 468.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471947967
- ISBN
- 9780471947967
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 491.10
€ 491.10
Paperback. Examines the geopolitical, economic and social consequences of forced migration, illustrating key global themes with empirical and comparative material. The text deals with the background to the refugee crisis, its effects in the countries of first asylum and the challenges facing governments. Editor(s): Black, Richard; Robinson, Vaughan. Num Pages: 256 pages, index, glossary, figures, tables. BIC Classification: JFFD; JFFN; JPS; RGC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 164 x 20. Weight in Grams: 498.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- New Ed
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471944812
- ISBN
- 9780471944812
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 443.95
€ 443.95
Hardcover. While not all metals in Soil----plant systems are inherently toxic, particularly in low concentrations, there is an increasing incidence of metal pollution from aerial fallout, spoils, wastes and agricultural amendments including sewage sludge. Editor(s): Ross, Sheila M. Num Pages: 484 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSBT; PSV; RBGB; RNP; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 168 x 32. Weight in Grams: 846.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 484
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471942795
- ISBN
- 9780471942795
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 603.23
€ 603.23
Paperback. Metamorphic Crystallization investigates the upper regions of the crystalline Earth, where countless solid-state chemical changes have taken place during the long history of the planet. The exploration proceeds in five stages. Num Pages: 530 pages, line drawings, halftones. BIC Classification: PHVG; PNV; RBGK. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 156 x 231 x 31. Weight in Grams: 776.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 530
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471942146
- ISBN
- 9780471942146
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 345.84
€ 345.84
Hardcover. Explores how the emissions of acidifying gases in the atmosphere have caused the acidification of large freshwater areas in Europe and North America, and induced major changes in the structure and function of aquatic ecosystems. Editor(s): Steinberg, C. E. W.; Wright, R. F. Series: Dahlem Workshop Reports: Environmental Sciences. Num Pages: 420 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSPF; RNF; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 162 x 29. Weight in Grams: 778.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 420
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471942061
- ISBN
- 9780471942061
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 535.69
€ 535.69
Paperback. This textbook aims to clarify the links between statistics and computerized data analysis when applying the scientific method of enquiry to geography. It explains basic statistical techniques and demonstrates their application in geographical data analysis. Num Pages: 458 pages, 112 line drawings. BIC Classification: PBT; RG. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 190 x 26. Weight in Grams: 900.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 458
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471941620
- ISBN
- 9780471941620
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 130.51
€ 130.51
Paperback. Computerised Environmental Modelling A Practical Introduction Using Excel J. Hardisty, D.M. Taylor and S.E. Metcalfe The University of Hull, UK The study of the environment is currently developing into a rigorous and demanding analytical science that requires the use of sophisticated environmental models. Series: Principles and Techniques in the Environmental Sciences. Num Pages: 212 pages, index. BIC Classification: RN; UY. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 154 x 13. Weight in Grams: 338.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 212
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471938224
- ISBN
- 9780471938224
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 121.60
€ 121.60
Paperback. Greenhouse Earth Annika Nilsson Climate change has become one of the major issues on the international environmental agenda. Predictions of a rising sea and devastating droughts have alerted politicians worldwide to the risks of continued increases in the emission of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases. Num Pages: 236 pages, line drawings. BIC Classification: RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 201 x 135 x 14. Weight in Grams: 270.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 236
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471936282
- ISBN
- 9780471936282
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 209.51
€ 209.51