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The environment
Hardcover. Rural poverty remains widespread and persistent in South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. A group of leading experts critically examines the impact of land tenure reforms on poverty reduction and natural resource management in countries in Africa and Asia with highly diverse historical contexts. Editor(s): Holden, Stein; Otsuka, Keijiro; Deininger, Klaus. Num Pages: 424 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1F; 1H; KCM; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 138 x 28. Weight in Grams: 644.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137343802
- ISBN
- 9781137343802
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.15
€ 128.15
Paperback. This volume reflects the diverse perspectives presented on each of the major governance groups that contribute directly and indirectly to the G20 political process. It examines how these groups interact and what the outcomes have been of such interactions, including a fresh concept for the organization of a G20 system. Editor(s): Mo, Jongryn. Num Pages: 160 pages, 10 black & white plates, 10 figures. BIC Classification: JPSD; JPSL; JPSN; RNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 153 x 8. Weight in Grams: 224.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137350640
- ISBN
- 9781137350640
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.95
€ 66.95
Hardcover. The authors investigate well-known concerns in natural resource management in Africa while focusing on the capacity dimension of the problems. They examine dynamics of leadership, governance, criminality, structural transformation, as well as emerging issues such as green growth. Editor(s): Hanson, Kobena T.; D'Alessandro, Cristina; Owusu, Francis. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 264 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1H; KCM; KCP; RNF; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 144 x 217 x 20. Weight in Grams: 442.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137365606
- ISBN
- 9781137365606
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.27
€ 67.27
Hardcover. Since the mid-1970s, the tropical savanna, known as Cerrado, has been transformed into one of the world's largest grain-growing regions. This book explores how and by what Brazil achieved inclusive and sustainable growth in the Cerrado. Editor(s): Hosono, Akio; Magno Campos da Rocha, Carlos; Hongo, Yutaka. Num Pages: 257 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KLSB; KCM; KNAC; RNF; TVF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 193 x 264 x 20. Weight in Grams: 458.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137431349
- ISBN
- 9781137431349
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 161.01
€ 161.01
Hardcover. The book presents discussions of the application of Stan Cohen's theories alongside empirical contributions in the fields of critical and green criminology. Taken together, the authors critically address harms and crimes against the environment, as well as against human and nonhuman victims. Editor(s): Sollund, Ragnhild Aslaug. Series: Critical Criminological Perspectives. Num Pages: 286 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFZ; JKV; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 225 x 147 x 22. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137456250
- ISBN
- 9781137456250
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 183.27
€ 183.27
Hardcover. This volume examines developmentality and the archeology of its social practices, unfolding systemic failures that muffle progress. Economic, climate, and social justice are the areas of focus for this analysis of human-social development in the fog of ideological-institutional meltdowns. Editor(s): Mohan, Brij. Num Pages: 298 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JF; JK; RNA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 147 x 223 x 22. Weight in Grams: 472.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137460707
- ISBN
- 9781137460707
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.09
€ 67.09
Hardcover. This edited collection focuses on the impact of the changing global distribution of power on the EU's energy policy and ability to project its approach to energy-related issues abroad. It maps the EU's changing position on global energy, the impact of various factors on its energy policy, and its relations with Russia, China, the USA and Brazil. Editor(s): Godzimirski, Jakub M. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 245 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1QFE; JPSN2; KCP; RND; RNFY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 145 x 223 x 19. Weight in Grams: 442.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137502759
- ISBN
- 9781137502759
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.82
€ 66.82
Hardcover. By combining perspectives from experts in domestic politics, regional politics, and specialists in international security, this edited volume focuses on the central role of energy production and supply in the Russian-Western completion across Eurasia. Editor(s): Kanet, Roger E.; Sussex, Dr. Matthew. Num Pages: 252 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; 1F; JPA; JPSL; KNB; RNFY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 145 x 225 x 21. Weight in Grams: 450.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137523723
- ISBN
- 9781137523723
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.97
€ 66.97
Hardcover. Editor(s): Van de Graaf, Thijs; Sovacool, Assoc Prof. Benjamin K.; Ghosh, Arunabha. Series: Palgrave Handbooks in IPE. Num Pages: 766 pages, 24 black & white illustrations, 22 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JPQB; KCP; RND; RNFY. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 162 x 48. Weight in Grams: 1322.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137556301
- ISBN
- 9781137556301
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 376.11
€ 376.11
Hardcover. This book examines the role and practical dynamics of governmental environmental law enforcement agencies and individuals who combat environmental crime. It will inform researchers about the 'real world' experiences of practitioners and provide an intellectual space for practitioners to examine critically what it is they do and why. Editor(s): Pink, Grant; White, Professor Rob. Series: Palgrave Studies in Green Criminology. Num Pages: 280 pages, 3 black & white illustrations, 6 black & white tables. BIC Classification: JKVQ; LNFR; LNKJ; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 147 x 223 x 21. Weight in Grams: 462.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137562562
- ISBN
- 9781137562562
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.82
€ 127.82
Hardcover. Part of the "Developments in Paleoenvironmental Research" series, this book deals with the major zoological indicators used in paleolimnology. It is useful for both seasoned practitioners as well as newcomers to the area of paleolimnology. Editor(s): Smol, J. P. (Dept. of Biology); Birks, H. John B.; Last, William M. Series: Developments in Paleoenvironmental Research. Num Pages: 240 pages, 68 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSPF; RBG; RBKF; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 520.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 1st Corrected ed. 2001. Corr. 2nd printing 2004
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402006586
- ISBN
- 9781402006586
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 198.67
€ 198.67
Hardcover. Discusses the role co-operation can play in complying with European environmental legislation, in the EU Nitrates and Water Framework Directives, and in achieving a sustainable agriculture. This title analyzes the feasibility of meeting environmental standards by the application of voluntary agreements between farmers and water suppliers. Editor(s): Brouwer, Floor M. (Agricultural Economics Research Institute (LEI), The Hague, Netherlands); Heinz, Ingo (Institute of Environmental Research (INFU), University of Dortmund, Germany); Zabel, Thomas (Water Research Centre, Swindon). Series: Environment & Policy. Num Pages: 236 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 249 x 167 x 11. Weight in Grams: 510.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Edition
- 2003rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 238
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402015533
- ISBN
- 9781402015533
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.14
€ 132.14
Paperback. Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop on Environmental Security and Public Safety - Problems and Needs in Conversion Policy and Research after 15 Years of Conversion in Central & Eastern Europe, Cottbus, Germany, 8-12 October 2005 Editor(s): Spyra, Wolfgang P. W. (Brandenburgische University of Technology); Katzsch, Michael. Series: NATO Security Through Science Series C (Closed):. Num Pages: 208 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JWM; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 158 x 13. Weight in Grams: 334.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2007th Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402056437
- ISBN
- 9781402056437
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 251.01
€ 251.01
Hardcover. Many of our most successful animal breeding programs have been accompanied by a reduced fitness in the animal. In this book, leading animal breeders and revolutionary geneticists explore ways to improve breeding programs and fitness simultaneously. Editor(s): van der Werf, Julius; Graser, Hans-Ulrich; Franckham, Richard; Gondro, Cedric. Num Pages: 258 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSV; RNCB; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 1230.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2009th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402090042
- ISBN
- 9781402090042
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 254.45
€ 254.45
Hardcover. This book provides a picture of the principles, concepts and methods applicable to problems originating from the interaction between the living and non-living environment and mankind. It presents a large number of practical examples and case studies. Editor(s): Boersema, Jan J.; Reijnders, Lucas. Num Pages: 542 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBGF; RNF; RNU; TQD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 272 x 203 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1516.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2010th Edition
- Number of pages
- 560
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402091575
- ISBN
- 9781402091575
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 256.88
€ 256.88
Hardcover. Editor(s): Woolner, David B.; Henderson, Henry L. Series: The World of the Roosevelt's. Num Pages: 280 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 217 x 140 x 20. Weight in Grams: 442.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781403968616
- ISBN
- 9781403968616
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.09
€ 128.09
Hardcover. Editor(s): Besson, Jean; Momsen, Janet Henshall. Series: Studies of the Americas. Num Pages: 291 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KJ; HBJK; KCM; RG; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 237 x 167 x 21. Weight in Grams: 554.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- Revised
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781403973924
- ISBN
- 9781403973924
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.93
€ 67.93
This book is the first study of the science, the politics and the polemics surrounding response to the 1972 book "The Limits to Growth," in particular the reactions of economists that marginalized its methods and conclusions for more than 30 years. Series: SpringerBriefs in Energy. Num Pages: 119 pages, 16 black & white illustrations, 6 colour illustrations, 2 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: KNB; PHS; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 222.
- Publisher
- United States
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 136
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781441994158
- ISBN
- 9781441994158
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 93.04
€ 93.04
Hardcover. Climate change is increasing the severity of disasters and adverse weather conditions worldwide, with particularly devastating effects on developing countries and on individuals with lower resources. This book outlines areas of impact on human well being, consider specific populations, and shed light on mitigating the impact of climate change. Editor(s): Weissbecker, Inka. Series: International and Cultural Psychology. Num Pages: 220 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MBPK; RNPG; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 169 x 19. Weight in Grams: 490. Series: International and Cultural Psychology. 238 pages, black & white illustrations. Editor(s): Weissbecker, Inka. Climate change is increasing the severity of disasters and adverse weather conditions worldwide, with particularly devastating effects on developing countries and on individuals with lower resources. This book outlines areas of impact on human well being, consider specific populations, and shed light on mitigating the impact of climate change. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: MBPK; RNPG; RNT. Dimension: 240 x 169 x 19. Weight: 490.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 238
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781441997418
- ISBN
- 9781441997418
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.12
€ 128.12
Hardcover. This book examines key subjects in the design and management of modern built environments to meet carbon emission reduction targets. An international group of experts cover sustainable urban and building design, management and assessment. Editor(s): Yao, Runming. Num Pages: 451 pages, 30 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: RNU; RPC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 157 x 30. Weight in Grams: 818.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer London Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2013th Edition
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781447147800
- ISBN
- 9781447147800
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 251.41
€ 251.41