Conservation of the environment

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Explora la ciencia que hay detrás del Cambio Climático mediante un libro colorido y atractivo, que utiliza infografías para entregar información muy necesaria para entender la vida en el planeta.

An ecologist explores how life itself shapes Earth using the elemental constituents we all shareIt is rare for life to change Earth, yet three organisms have profoundly transformed our planet over the long course of its history.

The best-selling conservation classic, completely expanded, revised, and updatedDavid Morine was a briefcase conservationist specializing in human nature.

A single-resource volume of information on the most current and effective techniques of wildlife modeling, Models for Planning Wildlife Conservation in Large Landscapes is appropriate for students and researchers alike.

Tropical Radioecology is a guide to the wide range of scientific practices and principles of this multidisciplinary field.

25 Myths That Are Destroying the Environment explores the many myths circulating in ecological and political discussions.

'A rich and subtle exploration of the sacredness of nature, filled with a timeless wisdom and deep humanity' Guardian In this hugely powerful book, Karen Armstrong argues that it isn't enough to change our behaviour to avert environmental catastrophe - we must rekindle our spiritual bond with the natural world.

Earth visionaries.

Finalist for the 2020 WILLA Literary Award, Creative NonfictionInspired by her first breathtaking trip in the Grand Canyon, Harriet Hunt Burgess dedicated her life to saving land for future generations.

How should a national park be managed?

Historic Rocky Mountain National Park captures fascinating moments and untold stories in the history of this magnificent national park, from the days when Paleo-Indians roamed between the mountain peaks to the settlement of the valleys by ranchers and hoteliers.

This new release is a spirited yet humble account of one man's scientific career and personal journey to save the endangered rhinoceros in his native Nepal.

Woods Cop: True Stories of the Maine Warden Service is a collection of 21 stories from twoformer colonels, two lieutenants, two sergeants, four district wardens, a warden pilot, and onecurrently active duty corporal.

Decades of isolation from tourism and development have left Cuba's coral reefs among the most pristine in the world, an ';exceptionalism' that stands in stark contrast to the island nation's poverty and political situation.

In the light of the looming ecological crisis facing the world today, much of the stunning beauty of the natural world is being lost forever.

Este libro recoge diversos puntos de vista acerca del rol de la innovación ambiental, como eje motor de las políticas públicas tendientes a fomentar la sostenibilidad y a reducir el impacto ambiental.

An impassioned case for the importance of ancient forests and their preservationStanding in an old-growth forest, you can instinctively sense the ways it is different from forests shaped by humans.

Stunning photographs of the United Kingdom's most spectacular trees - with a foreword by His Majesty the King.

'A call to arms for everyone' Steve Backshall'Eye-opening' New ScientistThe diversity of life on earth is astounding, with each species perfectly adapted to its environment.

Las superficies viales representan una pequeña parte del paisaje urbano, no obstante, el aumento de su área impermeable contribuye con significativas cargas de contaminantes durante los eventos de lluvia.

From one of our greatest nature writers: how swifts act as a window into the unity of the living world.

Highlighting the significance of the widespread distribution of the migratory habit throughout the insect world.

Rhys Jones was brought up on a council estate in South Wales where expectations for what life held in store for you were slim, and the factor beckoned.

This book delves into the history of the commercialization of wildlife in India.

Hablar de la Tierra es tener siempre presente la interdependencia que la habita y que define lo vivo en todas y cada una de sus manifestaciones.

David Lowenthal was well known for his historical and geographical contribution to conservation and environmental thinking, his understanding and appreciation of landscape, and his critical public and scholarly contribution to heritage debates as a founder of heritage studies.

Este texto parte de una delimitación de los conceptos "patrimonio" y "paisaje" para analizarlos a la luz de la confrontación intertextual de documentos oficiales con las voces de los lugareños de Tilcara, Purmamarca, Humahuaca y Volcán.

A richly illustrated field guide to all of North America's major habitatspacked with invaluable information to help you get the most out of your outdoor adventuresWhether you're a birder, naturalist, outdoor enthusiast, or ecologist, knowing the surrounding habitat is essential to getting the most out of your experiences in the field.

This book analyzes the roots of one of the main human activities that can be developed in natural and agricultural ecosystems: tourism.

This book analyzes the roots of one of the main human activities that can be developed in natural and agricultural ecosystems: tourism.

This book delves into the history of the commercialization of wildlife in India.

David Lowenthal was well known for his historical and geographical contribution to conservation and environmental thinking, his understanding and appreciation of landscape, and his critical public and scholarly contribution to heritage debates as a founder of heritage studies.

A marvelously illustrated look at the most deadly predators on the planetTooth and Claw presents the world's top predators as you have never seen them before, from big cats and wild dogs to sharks, reptiles, and killer whales.

In einer Zeit, in der das Wohl unserer Haustiere immer mehr in den Fokus rückt, bietet Markus Vogels Buch "Ganzheitliche Therapien für vierbeinige Freunde" einen fundierten Einblick in die Welt der Alternativmedizin für Tiere.

Bend to Baja documents a surf-inspired road trip along the West Coast of North America.

Penguin Planet is a celebration of all things penguin.

The Meaty Truth is an eye-opening look at the massive problems caused by the American populations food supply.

How the science of ecology is changing to meet the daunting challenges of environmental sustainabilityOur species has transitioned from being one among millions on Earth to the species that is single-handedly transforming the entire planet to suit its own needs.

Britain is home to fifteen species of breeding birds of prey, from the hedgerow-hopping Sparrowhawk to the breathtaking White-tailed Eagle.

Along rivers in Bali, small groups of farmers meet regularly in water temples to manage their irrigation systems.

What rational justification is there for conceiving of all living things as possessing inherent worth?

Ancient lessons for sustainable citizenshipAn ecologically sustainable society cannot be achieved without citizens who possess the virtues and values that will foster it, and who believe that individual actions can indeed make a difference.

How birds have evolved and adapted to survive winterBirds in Winter is the first book devoted to the ecology and behavior of birds during this most challenging season.

Sustainagility is about the ability to solve some of the world's most complex sustainability challenges with rapidly evolving business innovations, applications, methods, products and processes, adapted to changing situations.

Tropical Radioecology is a guide to the wide range of scientific practices and principles of this multidisciplinary field.

The Third Edition of Ecology and Classification of North American Freshwater Invertebrates continues the tradition of in-depth coverage of the biology, ecology, phylogeny, and identification of freshwater invertebrates from the USA and Canada.

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