Regional geography
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Regional geography
Climate Change and Sustainable Urban Development in Africa and Asia
. Ed(S): Yuen, Belinda; Kumssa, Asfaw
Hardback. Using selected case cities, this book explores key topics concerning housing, sustainable urban development and climate change in Africa and Asia, along with ways that policy interventions and partnerships deliver specific forms of urban development. Editor(s): Yuen, Belinda; Kumssa, Asfaw. Num Pages: 266 pages, 20 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: 1F; 1H; AMVD; RGL; RNPG; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 174 x 27. Weight in Grams: 572.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 266
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048198665
- ISBN
- 9789048198665
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.96
€ 128.96
The European Landscape Convention: Challenges of Participation
. Ed(S): Jones, Michael; Stenseke, Marie
Hardback. This insightful book provides, for the first time, a broad presentation of ongoing research into public participation in landscape conservation, management and planning. The book follows the 2000 European Landscape Convention which came into force in 2004. Editor(s): Jones, Michael; Stenseke, Marie. Series: Landscape Series. Num Pages: 326 pages, biography. BIC Classification: LNKJ; PSTS; RGL; RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 164 x 27. Weight in Grams: 630.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 326
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048199310
- ISBN
- 9789048199310
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 247.59
€ 247.59
Transdisciplinary Knowledge Production in Architecture and Urbanism
. Ed(S): Doucet, Isabelle; Janssens, Nel
Hardback. This volume questions how spatial knowledge is produced through creative and critical writing. It examines how innovative modes of writings and readings contribute to other ways of knowledge production. Editor(s): Doucet, Isabelle; Janssens, Nel. Series: Urban and Landscape Perspectives. Num Pages: 152 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMA; JFC; RGC; RGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 396.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 152
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400701038
- ISBN
- 9789400701038
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 126.34
€ 126.34
Hardback. In tropical regions, natural resource management is as crucial to preserving biodiversity as it is to protecting the well-being and food security of the people living there. This volume presents community-based approaches to natural resource management and biodiversity conservation. Editor(s): Torquebiau, Emmanuel; Taylor, Russel D. Series: Topics in Biodiversity and Conservation. Num Pages: 241 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RGL; RNCB; RNKH; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 526.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 241
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400701731
- ISBN
- 9789400701731
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 193.06
€ 193.06
Hardback. Despite being one of the factors in environmental reporting, 'landscape' is difficult to measure quantitatively. This volume fills a gap in the literature by detailing the definitions and use of specific indicators for landscape assessment and monitoring. Editor(s): Cassatella, Claudia; Peano, Attilia. Num Pages: 235 pages, 19 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: RGC; RGL; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 162 x 21. Weight in Grams: 464.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 235
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400703650
- ISBN
- 9789400703650
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 189.24
€ 189.24
Hardback. The case studies in this book are 'best-practice' community quality-of-life indicator systems implemented in various communities throughout the world. They take the reader from the initial planning stages through to the application of the data collected. Editor(s): Sirgy, Joseph; Phillips, Rhonda; Rahtz, Don. Series: Community Quality-of Life Indicators. Num Pages: 342 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFC; MBNH; RGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1550.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 342
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400705340
- ISBN
- 9789400705340
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 131.18
€ 131.18
Spatial Analysis and Modeling in Geographical Transformation Process
. Ed(S): Murayama, Y.; Thapa, Rajesh Bahadur
Hardback. With the surge in available spatial data from sources such as GPS and remote sensing, spatial analysis is becoming more important than ever. This volume provides a comprehensive discussion of spatial analysis methodologies related to human settlements. Editor(s): Murayama, Y.; Thapa, Rajesh Bahadur. Series: Geojournal Library. Num Pages: 312 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RGL; RGW; TQD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 21. Weight in Grams: 631.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400706705
- ISBN
- 9789400706705
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 189.68
€ 189.68
Hardcover. This book examines the relationships between cities and nation-states over the sweep of history, and in particular the role of trust networks in mediating this relationship. It includes a chapter from an unfinished manuscript by sociologist Charles Tilly. Editor(s): Hanagan, Michael P.; Tilly, Chris. Num Pages: 372 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMVD; JH; JPA; RGC; RGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 781.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400707559
- ISBN
- 9789400707559
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 188.28
€ 188.28
Hardback. The aim of this important and relevant book is to elucidate the role of forests as part of a landscape in the life of people. It deals with important topics in landscape ecology, and explores links between people and forest landscapes. Editor(s): Ritter, Eva; Daukstra, Dainis. Series: World Forests. Num Pages: 250 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTS; RGL; RNA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 163 x 17. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400711495
- ISBN
- 9789400711495
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 188.58
€ 188.58
Hardback. This analysis of the relationship between socio-economic trends and natural resource amenities focuses on the inter-mountain West of the USA, but its strong empiricism makes it a valuable resource for rural development, sociology and demography researchers. Series: Landscape Series. Num Pages: 170 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSF; PSTS; RGC; RGL; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 438.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 170
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400712621
- ISBN
- 9789400712621
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 188.42
€ 188.42
Paperback. Editor(s): Davies, Wayne K. D. Series: Geojournal Library. Num Pages: 633 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RGC; RGL; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 33. Weight in Grams: 961.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2015
- Number of pages
- 633
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401778022
- ISBN
- 9789401778022
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 126.37
€ 126.37
Paperback. Editor(s): Hartmann, Rudi; Wang, Jing'ai; Ye, Tao. Series: Geojournal Library. Num Pages: 402 pages, 149 black & white illustrations, 40 colour tables, biography. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 1KBB; RGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 21. Weight in Grams: 617.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2014
- Number of pages
- 402
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401778053
- ISBN
- 9789401778053
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 124.36
€ 124.36
Paperback. This book applies the latest thinking and techniques of systematic conservation planning to the issues that arise in protecting ecosystem pattern and process in human-dominated landscapes such as seascapes, multiple countries and conservation targets. Editor(s): Trombulak, Stephen C.; Baldwin, Robert. Num Pages: 440 pages, 16 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSTS; RGL; RNCB; RNK; RP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 676.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 440
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401784634
- ISBN
- 9789401784634
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 274.79
€ 274.79
Hardcover. A Comparative Geography of China and the U.S. Editor(s): Hartmann, Rudi; Wang, Jing'ai. Series: Geojournal Library. Num Pages: 402 pages, 149 black & white illustrations, 40 colour tables, biography. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 1KBB; RGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 163 x 27. Weight in Grams: 736.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2014th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401787918
- ISBN
- 9789401787918
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.43
€ 124.43
Series: Extreme Environments S. Num Pages: 100 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: RGL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 243 x 168 x 13. Weight in Grams: 413.
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Chelsea House Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 100
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780791092354
- ISBN
- 9780791092354
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 33.59
€ 38.99
€ 33.59
A difficult environment with a harsh Arctic climate has made life for the Finns extremely challenging. But they have overcome more than just their environment. This is the survey of the Finnish geography, history, government, economy, people, and culture. It assists student researchers in investigating this Nordic country. Series Editor(s): Gritzner, Charles F. Series: Modern World Nations. Num Pages: 120 pages, full-colour photographs & maps, bibliography, further reading, index. BIC Classification: 1DNF; RGL; YQG. Category: (ES) Secondary; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 12. Weight in Grams: 404.
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Chelsea House Publications
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780791096710
- ISBN
- 9780791096710
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 33.59
€ 38.99
€ 33.59
Hardcover. A consideration of the process of globalization, especially as it has affected urban centres in Pacific Asia over the last 20 years of the 20th century. All countries in the region are covered, with special attention given to Hong Kong and to China. Num Pages: 288 pages, maps. BIC Classification: 1F; JFFS; JFSG; KCM; RGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 150. Weight in Grams: 567.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Univ of Hawaii Pr
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780824822378
- ISBN
- 9780824822378
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 70.83€ 65.14
€ 70.83
€ 65.14
Hardcover. The story of New England's longest river, from its birth some 15,000 years ago as a small stream sculpted by glaciers in the last ice age, through its rich and colourful history as New England's pre-eminent waterway. An introduction describes changes that have occurred since its 1947 publication. Illustrator(s): Gorsline, Douglas W. Num Pages: 300 pages, 30 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBE; HBTP; RBKF; RGL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 220 x 149 x 24. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- University of Massachusetts Press
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780932691279
- ISBN
- 9780932691279
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 24.38
€ 27.99
€ 24.38
Paperback. This is a ground breaking book that draws on insights from multiple disciplines to map out the new contours of struggles for land in Southeast Asia. The volume provides a framework for analyzing the dilemmas of land relations across the Global South and beyond. Num Pages: 266 pages. BIC Classification: 1FM; RGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 155 x 228 x 14. Weight in Grams: 402.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Singapore University Press Singapore
- Edition
- Paper edition
- Number of pages
- 266
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789971695415
- ISBN
- 9789971695415
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 29.52
€ 34.99
€ 29.52
Hardback. Series: Extreme Environments S. Num Pages: 100 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: RGL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 242 x 172 x 13. Weight in Grams: 413.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Chelsea House Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 100
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780791092330
- ISBN
- 9780791092330
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 28.51
€ 32.99
€ 28.51