Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
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Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
Paperback. Deforestation - the thinning and clearing of forests for fuel, shelter, and agriculture - is among the important ways humans have transformed the environment. This book presents the history of this process and its consequences. It traces the impact of human activities from the Paleolithic age through the classical world and the medieval period. Num Pages: 520 pages, 33 halftones, 97 line drawings, 29 tables. BIC Classification: RNF; RNPD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 155 x 229 x 44. Weight in Grams: 926.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- Abridged
- Number of pages
- 520
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226899473
- ISBN
- 9780226899473
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 52.99€ 41.16
€ 52.99
€ 41.16
Paperback. Extends evolutionary theory by formally including niche construction and ecological inheritance as additional evolutionary processes. The authors support their move with empirical data, theoretical population genetics, and conceptual models. They also describe research methods capable of testing the theory. Series: Monographs in Population Biology. Num Pages: 488 pages, 30 line illus. 16 tables. BIC Classification: PSAJ; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 222 x 138 x 24. Weight in Grams: 616.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Number of pages
- 488
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691044378
- ISBN
- 9780691044378
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 91.95€ 70.89
€ 91.95
€ 70.89
Paperback. Understanding worldwide gangs through the lens of globalization Editor(s): Hagedorn, John M. Num Pages: 368 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JKV; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 152 x 229 x 28. Weight in Grams: 548.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- University of Illinois Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780252073373
- ISBN
- 9780252073373
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 29.60
€ 32.99
€ 29.60
Hardcover. A remarkable true story of adventure, betrayal and survival set in one of the world's most inhospitable places. Num Pages: 512 pages, 16 pages of illustrations. BIC Classification: 1MTN; 3JJC; 3JJF; HBJQ; HBLW; RGR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 171 x 244 x 43. Weight in Grams: 734.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- W. W. Norton & Company
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780393254419
- ISBN
- 9780393254419
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Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 26.60
€ 31.99
€ 26.60
Hardcover. Natural disasters bedevil our planet, and each appears to be a unique event. Leading geologist Susan W. Kieffer shows how all disasters are connected. Num Pages: 336 pages, 40 illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; RB; RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 162 x 241 x 27. Weight in Grams: 628.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- WW Norton & Co United States
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780393080957
- ISBN
- 9780393080957
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 24.57
€ 27.99
€ 24.57
Paperback. "If you are an amateur weather geek, disaster wonk, or budding student of earth sciences, you will want to read this book."-Seattle Times Num Pages: 336 pages, 40 illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; RB; RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 210 x 153 x 21. Weight in Grams: 272.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- WW Norton & Co
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780393349917
- ISBN
- 9780393349917
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.50
€ 17.99
€ 16.50
Paperback. An unprecedented union of scientific analysis and stunning photography illustrating the effects of climate change on the global ecosystem. Num Pages: 320 pages, 160 color illustrations. BIC Classification: RBP; RNPG. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 207 x 258 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1104.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- WW Norton & Co
- Edition
- Original
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780393331257
- ISBN
- 9780393331257
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Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.61
€ 26.99
€ 23.61
Paperback. The author of Dirt and Oak brings to life this quickest, most sustaining, most communicative element of the earth. Num Pages: 416 pages, 20 illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; RBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 209 x 140 x 26. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- WW Norton & Co United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 398
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780393345391
- ISBN
- 9780393345391
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 28.75
€ 33.99
€ 28.75
Hardcover. A complete biography of Marion King Hubbert, one of the twentieth century's most influential energy experts, who was dubbed the "father of peak oil." Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: KNBP; RBGL; RNFY. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- W. W. Norton & Company
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780393239683
- ISBN
- 9780393239683
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 27.63
€ 32.99
€ 27.63
Hardback. Editor(s): Davis, Emma B. Num Pages: 167 pages, tables & charts. BIC Classification: RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 261 x 189 x 17. Weight in Grams: 600.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 167
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781594544859
- ISBN
- 9781594544859
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 272.30€ 185.11
€ 272.30
€ 185.11
Hardcover. Water Wells and Boreholes focuses on wells that are used for drinking, industry, agriculture or other supply purposes. Other types of wells and boreholes are also covered, including boreholes for monitoring groundwater level and groundwater quality. Num Pages: 536 pages. BIC Classification: RBKF; TNF; TQSW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 189. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 536
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118951705
- ISBN
- 9781118951705
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 99.20
€ 99.20
Paperback. Editor(s): Reed, Peter; Rothenberg, David. Num Pages: 288 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DNN; HPCF; JFCX; RNA; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 157 x 16. Weight in Grams: 384.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- University of Minnesota Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780816621828
- ISBN
- 9780816621828
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 26.43
€ 27.99
€ 26.43
Hardback. Num Pages: 158 pages, 335 color photos. BIC Classification: AMC; RNC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 285 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1134.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764321894
- ISBN
- 9780764321894
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 48.99€ 32.18
€ 48.99
€ 32.18
Paperback. Despite its importance and the threat of its global crash, biodiversity is poorly understood both empirically and theoretically. This work presents a neutral, general theory to explain the origin, maintenance and loss of biodiversity in a biogeographical context. Series: Monographs in Population Biology. Num Pages: 392 pages, 123 line illus. BIC Classification: PS; RGM; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 215 x 141 x 23. Weight in Grams: 480.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 390
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691021287
- ISBN
- 9780691021287
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Condition: New
€ 96.66€ 74.21
€ 96.66
€ 74.21
Paperback. A clear and practical guide to coherent planning principles and the making and implementation of land use decisions, focused at the city level and addressing the major debates in land planning today. Series: Heritage. Num Pages: 302 pages, 17 figures, 3 maps, 27 tables. BIC Classification: RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 278 x 213 x 17. Weight in Grams: 860.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- University of Toronto Press Canada
- Number of pages
- 302
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 2nd ed.
- SKU
- V9780802085528
- ISBN
- 9780802085528
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 50.99€ 46.38
€ 50.99
€ 46.38
Hardback. Editor(s): Burk, A. R. Num Pages: 376 pages, tables & charts. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 262 x 185 x 23. Weight in Grams: 772.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 376
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781594544927
- ISBN
- 9781594544927
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 203.93€ 139.42
€ 203.93
€ 139.42
Paperback. Explorer, scientist, writer, and humanist, Alexander von Humboldt was the most famous intellectual of the age that began with Napoleon and ended with Darwin. This title traces Humboldt's ideas for "Cosmos" to his 1799 journey to the Americas, where he first experienced the diversity of nature and of the world's people. Num Pages: 424 pages, 22 halftones. BIC Classification: PDX; RGR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 567.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 424
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226871837
- ISBN
- 9780226871837
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 21.05
€ 25.99
€ 21.05
Hardcover. ? Sustainable Investment includes interviews with leading practitioners, weaving a narrated web around these practices. ? It guides readers specifically on how they can best invest their assets across asset classes and with specific sustainability trends in mind, such as increasing constraints on global resources. Series: Wiley Finance Series. Num Pages: 512 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KCN; KFFM; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 175 x 39. Weight in Grams: 732.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470888490
- ISBN
- 9780470888490
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 72.45
€ 72.45
Paperback. Discusses extinction as a force shaping socio-cultural and biological life Editor(s): Sodikoff, Genese Marie. Num Pages: 256 pages, 8 b&w illus. BIC Classification: JHM; RNKH1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 151 x 227 x 19. Weight in Grams: 386.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Indiana University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780253223647
- ISBN
- 9780253223647
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 25.17
€ 26.99
€ 25.17
Paperback. Num Pages: 408 pages. BIC Classification: RBGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2021
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 408
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405199605
- ISBN
- 9781405199605
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 89.96
€ 89.96