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Pollution & threats to the environment
Hardcover. Devoted to the environmental impacts of transport. This work looks at the various aspects of the subject such as environmental concepts, both physical and economic. It also examines environmental concerns such as: global warming, air quality, noise, safety, amenity, and severance; political settings and policies; and more. Editor(s): Hensher, David A.; Button, Kenneth J. Series: Handbooks in Transport S. Num Pages: 854 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KCN; RNP; RPT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 176 x 250 x 53. Weight in Grams: 1488.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 854
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780080441030
- ISBN
- 9780080441030
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 223.37
€ 223.37
Paperback. Track the effects of a warming climate on Concord, Massachusetts' plants and animals. This book describes how warming temperatures have altered other aspects, from the dates when ice departs from Walden Pond in late winter, to the arrival of birds in the spring, to the populations of fish, salamanders, and butterflies that live in the woodlands. Num Pages: 272 pages, 15 halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBBES; RNPG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 156 x 228 x 21. Weight in Grams: 432.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226272290
- ISBN
- 9780226272290
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 17.45
€ 19.99
€ 17.45
Paperback. Postulates that for decades, both policymakers and analysts have been frustrated by conflicts between expert and lay perceptions of environmental risk. This work examines the role of intuition, mental habits, and cognitive frameworks in the construction of public opinion. Num Pages: 238 pages, 1 halftone, 6 line drawings, 1 table. BIC Classification: JPQB; JPVK; RNB; RNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 138 x 13. Weight in Grams: 286.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- New
- Number of pages
- 238
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226505299
- ISBN
- 9780226505299
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 29.83
€ 37.99
€ 29.83
Hardback. Explains how maps can tell where to anticipate certain hazards, but also how maps can be misleading. The text considers that although it is important to predict and prepare for catastrophic natural hazards, more subtle and persistent phenomena such as pollution and crime also pose serious dangers. Num Pages: 378 pages, 9 line drawings, 107 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFC; JKV; RGV; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 160 x 26. Weight in Grams: 682.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 378
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226534183
- ISBN
- 9780226534183
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 51.98€ 45.08
€ 51.98
€ 45.08
Hardcover. In his notes on the natural history of Concord, Massachusetts, Henry David Thoreau records the first open flowers of highbush blueberry on May 11, 1853. In the 160 years since his writings, warming temperatures have pushed blueberry flowering three weeks earlier. This book tracks the effects of a warming climate on Concord's plants and animals. Num Pages: 264 pages, 15 halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBBES; RNPG; WN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 153 x 25. Weight in Grams: 556.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780226682686
- ISBN
- 9780226682686
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 23.10
€ 27.99
€ 23.10
Hardback. Experts from both the natural and social sciences provide vital information for understanding the interactions of forest peoples and forest resources in the lowland tropics of Central and South America. They investigate patterns of traditional resource use, evaluate existing research, and explore new directions for furthering the conservationist agenda. Editor(s): Redford, Kent H. (Wildlife Conservation Society, New York); Padoch, Christine. Series: Biology and Resource Management Series. Num Pages: 475 pages, 12 figs. BIC Classification: RGBL; RNF; RNK; RNPD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 160 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1044.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 475
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231076029
- ISBN
- 9780231076029
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.51€ 101.83
€ 133.51
€ 101.83
Paperback. Using a case study of tropical deforestation in the upper reaches of the Amazon Basin, this study argues that small landholders and peasants play an active role in the destructive process only when they pool their resources or join with corporations to open up new regions for settlement. Series: Issues, Cases, and Methods in Biodiversity Conservation. Num Pages: 234 pages, 24 illus. BIC Classification: 1KLSBZ; RGBL; RNF; RNPD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 358.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press Dublin, Ireland
- Number of pages
- 252
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231080453
- ISBN
- 9780231080453
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 54.99€ 39.54
€ 54.99
€ 39.54
Hardback. Examines what the United States can do to help prevent climate devastation. This title explores advances made by climate scientists and addresses the various political and economic issues associated with global warming, including the practicality of reducing emissions from automobiles, and the efficacy of taxing energy consumption. Num Pages: 272 pages, 18 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; RNPG; THX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 635.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231137102
- ISBN
- 9780231137102
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 103.97€ 79.73
€ 103.97
€ 79.73
Hardback. Focuses on identifying and quantifying the major vulnerabilities to climate change in the Midwestern United States Editor(s): Pryor, Sara C. Num Pages: 288 pages, 108 color illus., 7 b&w illus. BIC Classification: RNPG; WNWM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 6452 x 4522 x 28. Weight in Grams: 862.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Indiana University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780253006820
- ISBN
- 9780253006820
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 30.99
€ 30.99
Hardback. Explores the concept of indebtedness in its various senses and from a wide range of perspectives Editor(s): Paik, Peter Y.; Wiesner-Hanks, Merry E. Series: 21st Century Studies. Num Pages: 242 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: KCS; KJG; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 21. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Indiana University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 242
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780253009265
- ISBN
- 9780253009265
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 86.69
€ 86.69
Paperback. An assessment of the ways in which the US government has failed to protect the youngest generation from toxic exposure and harm, and what can be done to correct these failures. Num Pages: 280 pages, 4 figures, 11 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPQB; RNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 511.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- University of Texas Press United States
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780292716902
- ISBN
- 9780292716902
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 27.51
€ 29.99
€ 27.51
Hardback. Editor(s): Howe, Joshua P. Series: Weyerhaeuser Environmental Classics. Num Pages: 256 pages, 12 colour illustrations, 12 color illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; HBJK; RNK; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- University of Washington Press United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780295741383
- ISBN
- 9780295741383
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.43
€ 118.43
Paperback. Editor(s): Howe, Joshua P. Series: Weyerhaeuser Environmental Classics. Num Pages: 256 pages, 12 colour illustrations, 12 color illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; HBJK; RNK; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- University of Washington Press United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780295741390
- ISBN
- 9780295741390
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 29.82
€ 32.99
€ 29.82
Paperback. Explores the relationship between the causes of colossal toxic pollution and the manner in which pain caused by pollution insults porous human bodies Series: Weyerhaeuser Environmental Books. Num Pages: 352 pages, 40 illus. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; MMRP; RNP; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 153 x 19. Weight in Grams: 474.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- University of Washington Press United States
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780295991382
- ISBN
- 9780295991382
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 29.82
€ 32.99
€ 29.82
Paperback. This work argues that the dedication of the Americans to maintaining beautiful lawns is contributing to the environmental problems facing the planet. It offers strategies for creating aesthetically pleasing and ecologically sound lawns. This updated edition adds a new chapter and illustrations. Editor(s): Vernegaard, Lisa. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; RNC; RNP; WMP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 10. Weight in Grams: 316.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Yale University Press United States
- Edition
- 2nd ed.
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780300086942
- ISBN
- 9780300086942
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 20.63
€ 26.99
€ 20.63
Hardcover. Up-to-date coverage and a unique, multidisciplinary approach The ongoing effort to protect our valuable ground-water resources necessarily involves scientists and engineers from many disciplines. Num Pages: 496 pages, Illustrations, maps, ports. BIC Classification: RBG; RBKF; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 262 x 179 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1086.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471348528
- ISBN
- 9780471348528
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 198.02
€ 198.02
Hardcover. Authoritative, comprehensive, accessible-the definitive guide to a new approach in environmental policy Emissions Trading: Environmental Policy's New Approach presents the work of an outstanding group of contributors on the successes and limitations of this new and exciting incentive-based tool for reducing environmental pollutants. Editor(s): Kosobud, Richard F. Series: National Association of Manufacturers S. Num Pages: 332 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: KJ; LBBP; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 163 x 29. Weight in Grams: 684.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc Dublin, Ireland
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 332
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471355045
- ISBN
- 9780471355045
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 167.70
€ 167.70
Hardcover. This study focuses not only on various methods of sampling and analyzing gaseous pollutants in the atmosphere but also stresses an understanding of the chemical and physical processes that occur. It evaluates current measurement methods, reports on recent research and surveys future issues. Editor(s): Nriagu, Professor Jerome O. Series: Advances in Environmental Science & Technology. Num Pages: 560 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 163 x 35. Weight in Grams: 924.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 560
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9780471548980
- ISBN
- 9780471548980
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 433.44
€ 433.44
Paperback. Provides a history of environmentalism in Israel, interviewing hundreds of experts and activists who have made it their mission to keep the country's remarkable development sustainable amid a century of political and cultural turmoil. Num Pages: 564 pages, 35 b/w photographs, 1 map. BIC Classification: 1FBH; HBT; RNF; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 9. Weight in Grams: 508.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Number of pages
- 564
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520234284
- ISBN
- 9780520234284
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 52.99€ 38.09
€ 52.99
€ 38.09
Paperback. "An insightful and inspiring collection from some of the foremost thinkers on climate change." Mark Lynas Editor(s): Cromwell, David; Levene, Mark. Num Pages: 304 pages, 9 figures. BIC Classification: RNPG; WNWM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 135 x 17. Weight in Grams: 376.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Pluto Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745325675
- ISBN
- 9780745325675
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.99€ 24.54
€ 35.99
€ 24.54