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Paperback. Our oceans are becoming increasingly inhospitable to life-growing toxicity and rising temperatures coupled with overfishing have led many marine species to the brink of collapse. This book tells stories of jellyfish both attractive and deadly while illuminating many interesting and unusual facts about their behaviors and environmental adaptations. Num Pages: 456 pages, 16 colour plates, 1 halftone, 4 tables. BIC Classification: PSVT; RNKH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 60 x 90 x 25. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 456
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226213033
- ISBN
- 9780226213033
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 22.20
€ 26.99
€ 22.20
Paperback. Clean copy showing some light shelf wear. Minor pen marking to front cover but remains a very good copy
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- Random House Business
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KMK0012433
- ISBN
- 9780099757405
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Herridge & Sons Ltd.
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780954998134
- ISBN
- 9780954998134
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 59.15€ 46.02
€ 59.15
€ 46.02
Hardback.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Edition
- 8th Edition
- Number of pages
- 736
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781609015350
- ISBN
- 9781609015350
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 217.41
€ 217.41
Paperback. This 2006 book controversially argues that fossil fuels will play a key role in a sustainable energy system. Num Pages: 398 pages, 9 tables. BIC Classification: RNU; THF; THX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 58. Very good copy with light shelf wear. Light nicks, remains very good
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KCW0012428
- ISBN
- 9780521679794
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. Why do some technologies spread while others do not? What are the consequences of top-down diffusion strategies? What are the disadvantages of instant patents and corporate-controlled intellectual property rights? These questions prompt a "how to do it" guide to innovation management here. Num Pages: 288 pages, boxes, photographs, bibliography, figures, notes, index. BIC Classification: GTF; KCM; TB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 138 x 23. Weight in Grams: 320. Very good copy with light shelf wear
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Zed Books
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KCW0012436
- ISBN
- 9781856499729
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. Outlines a viable alternative to current agricultural practices which conserves resources, maintains rural employment and minimizes costs without loss of productivity. Using case studies from industrialized and developing nations, the text describes the technical and policy options available. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 216 x 135 x 0. Weight in Grams: 600. Very good copy with light shelf wear
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Earthscan
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KCW0012450
- ISBN
- 9781853831980
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. This study envisions a climate neutral society - one where the output of polluting gases is minimised by social innovations set up in households, by local authorities. The contributors discuss the possibilities for orchestrating this long-term transition towards a climate-friendly society. Editor(s): Kok, Marcel; Faaij, Andre; Jager, David de. Num Pages: 256 pages, Figures, tables, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: RNPG; THX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 448. Very good copy with light shelf wear
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KCW0012564
- ISBN
- 9781853839450
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. The Fragile Environment explores the impact of the human species on its environment. Editor(s): Friday, L. E.; Laskey, R. A. Series: Darwin College Lectures. Num Pages: 212 pages, 120 b/w illus. BIC Classification: PDZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 174 x 11. Weight in Grams: 466. Very good copy with light shelf wear
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KCW0012621
- ISBN
- 9780521422666
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. David Ehrenfeld ranges far and wide in this book to provide a coherent vision of our relationship with Nature - its many aspects and implications - as our century opens into the next millenium. He warns of our heedless destruction of our environment and proposes solutions for a new era. Num Pages: 240 pages, bibliography. BIC Classification: PDZ; PS; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 210 x 141 x 16. Weight in Grams: 284. Very good copy with light shelf wear
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KCW0012683
- ISBN
- 9780195096378
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. This is an examination of the feasibility of halving world hunger by 2015. It looks at: BSE, foot and mouth and salmonella; declining food variety/quality; and disappearing topsoil/ biodiversity in rural areas. It argues for a green, low-external input approach that can feed the hungry. Series: Global Issues. Num Pages: 208 pages, guide to further reading, guide to relevant organisations/websites, index. BIC Classification: JFFC1; RNF; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 200 x 128 x 14. Weight in Grams: 276. Very good copy with light shelf wear
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KCW0012689
- ISBN
- 9781842770191
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. Series: Undercurrents S. Num Pages: 80 pages. BIC Classification: JHBL; KNAC; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 214 x 135 x 0. Weight in Grams: 111. Very good copy with light shelf wear. Lightly sunned spine, remains very good
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Cork University Press
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KCW0012697
- ISBN
- 9781859182413
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Hardcover. In January 1998 a great ice storm crushed power grids in New York, New England and eastern Canada. In this insider's account of these events, the author describes the destruction of the electric network in his own village and illuminates the relationship between electronic and human connections. Editor(s): Gleason, Prof. Abbott; Taubman, Prof. William. Num Pages: 226 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBE; 1KLC; JFD; PDR; THRB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 436. Very good copy in good dustwrapper. DW has minor shelf wear, remains very good
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Yale University Press
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KCW0012782
- ISBN
- 9780300089776
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Hardcover. Reviews the story of trace elements in medicine, history, crime and folklore, and shows how the study of their properties and behavior can help us better understand and control our external, internal and social environments. Includes case studies (many of which resemble detective stories). Entertain Num Pages: 388 pages, 14ill. BIC Classification: PNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 146 x 229 x 15. Weight in Grams: 328. Very good copy with light shelf wear. Lightly sunned spine, remains very good
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1988
- Publisher
- CRC Press
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KCW0012806
- ISBN
- 9780852743904
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. More and more farmers adopt a range of alternative practices designed to reduce dependence on synthetic chemical pesticides, cut costs, and increase profits. This book describes the increased use of these practices and other changes in agriculture since World War II, and examines the role of federal policy in encouraging this evolution. Num Pages: 464 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 25. Weight in Grams: 953. Very good copy with light shelf wear
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KCW0013029
- ISBN
- 9780309039857
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. Num Pages: 1160 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: THX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 227 x 160 x 56. Weight in Grams: 1560. Very good copy with light shelf wear. Cover has light nicks, remains very good
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Island Press
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KCW0013063
- ISBN
- 9781559631389
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Hardcover. Editor(s): Cooper, Mr David; Vellve, Renee; Hobbelink, Henk (all of Genetic Resources Action International, Barcelona, Spain). Num Pages: 176 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QFG; GTF; KNAC; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 217 x 136 x 10. Weight in Grams: 255. Very good copy with light shelf wear. Lightly sunned spine, remains very good
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Practical Action Publishing
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KCW0013066
- ISBN
- 9781853391231
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. The author argues for alternative policies to promote energy efficiency in response to the changing composition of the atmosphere and global warming. He focuses on the need to make the transition from a carbon economy to one based on renewable resources. Case studies illustrate some difficulties. Num Pages: 112 pages, bibliography, references, index. BIC Classification: RNF; RNPG; THX. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 7. Weight in Grams: 453. Very good copy with light shelf wear
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KCW0013069
- ISBN
- 9780415086974
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. Num Pages: 350 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DND; 1KBBWF; RNF; THX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 210 x 168 x 23. Weight in Grams: 771. Very good copy with light shelf wear
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- International Books
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KCW0013113
- ISBN
- 9789057270277
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Hardback. Model studies focus experimental investigations to improve our understanding and performance of systems. Focusing on crop modelling, this book provides an introduction to the concepts of crop development, growth, and yield, with step-by-step outlines to each topic, suggested exercises and simple equations. Num Pages: 336 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSTD; TVK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 180 x 24. Weight in Grams: 872. 336 pages, Illustrations. Model studies focus experimental investigations to improve our understanding and performance of systems. Focusing on crop modelling, this book provides an introduction to the concepts of crop development, growth, and yield, with step-by-step outlines to each topic, suggested exercises and simple equations. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: PSTD; TVK. Dimension: 250 x 180 x 24. Weight: 878.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845939700
- ISBN
- 9781845939700
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 149.97€ 143.54
€ 149.97
€ 143.54