An Introduction to Global Environmental Issues Instructors Manual (Hardcover)

An Introduction to Global Environmental Issues presents a comprehensive stimulating introduction to the key environmental issues presently threatening our global environment. Offering an authoritative introduction to the key topics, a source of latest environmental information, and an innovative stimulus for debate, this is an essential book for all those studying or concerned with global environmental issues. In this second edition, the most topical global environmental issues are brought more clearly into focus. Explanations of the evolution of the earth's natural systems (hydrosphere, biosphere, geosphere, ecosphere) provide the essential understanding of the scientific concepts, processes and historical background behind key environmental issues. Contemporary socio-economic, cultural and political considerations are explored and important conceptual approaches such as Gaian hypotheses and Chaos Theory are introduced. Human impact and management of the natural environment, and concerns for maintaining biodiversity are emphasised throughout. Specific features include: Case studies drawn from across the world Superb illustrations: 4-colour plate sections; a wealth of informative diagrams Glossary of key terms, with key concepts highlighted throughout the text Annotated guides to Further Reading Chapter summaries and key points A new Instructors' Manual is available to accompany the text

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	July 2017
First published:	1997
Authors:	Lewis A. Owen • Professor Kevin T Pickering • Kevin T Pickering
Dimensions:	276 x 219mm (L x W)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	112
ISBN-13:	978-1-138-42452-4
Categories:	Books > Professional & Technical > Environmental engineering & technology > General Promotions
LSN:	1-138-42452-8
Barcode:	9781138424524

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