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In these short illustrated guides, Dr Mark Everard, avid
nature-watcher, angler and scientist, takes a dedicated look at
three British freshwater fishes, the Silver Bream, Gudgeon and
Ruffe. Though an integral part of aquatic ecosystems and well-known
to anglers, these fish are often overlooked by the wider public as
well as scientists. Each book is in three sections, first exploring
the biology of the fish itself, including science written in
accessible style, second discussing angling history and tips, and
thirdly exploring the fish's cultural connections, including
etymology of the fish. A bibliography at the end of each guide
directs the reader to additional resources.
In these short illustrated guides, Dr Mark Everard, avid
nature-watcher, angler and scientist, takes a dedicated look at
three British freshwater fishes, the Silver Bream, Gudgeon and
Ruffe. Though an integral part of aquatic ecosystems and well-known
to anglers, these fish are often overlooked by the wider public as
well as scientists. Each book is in three sections, first exploring
the biology of the fish itself, including science written in
accessible style, second discussing angling history and tips, and
thirdly exploring the fish's cultural connections, including
etymology of the fish. A bibliography at the end of each guide
directs the reader to additional resources.
This book explores humanity's relationship with the natural world
throughout evolutionary history, and the need to reorient this onto
a symbiotic basis. It integrates the themes of natural and
artificial selection, the characteristics of historic
'revolutions', and directed versus random change. Inspiring
community-based projects, mainly from the developing world, show
how ecosystem regeneration uplifts human livelihoods in a
positively reinforcing cycle, embodying lessons germane to
co-creating a Symbiocene era wherein humanity's substantial
influence (the Anthropocene) achieves increasing symbiosis with the
natural processes shaping the former Holocene epoch. The Ecosystems
Revolution provides practical, positive examples, highlighting the
attainability of an 'ecosystems revolution'.
Back Cover Copy Humans have exploited a huge diversity of materials
throughout history. Today’s conflict between rising demands and
dwindling resources raises searching questions about how optimally
to meet humanity’s needs efficiently and safely, challenging
common assumptions. Plastics support many facets of modern life yet
raise associated problems, whilst ‘natural’ materials may be
far from benign when inputs extending their longevity are
considered. PVC (polyvinyl chloride) is a plastic with adaptable,
durable and other properties used in diverse construction, medical,
information technology, domestic and many applications besides.
However, PVC has faced significant NGO pressure relating to its
chlorine content and the range of additives conferring desirable
properties. Yet, unlike organochlorine pesticides, PVC plastic is
inert and recyclable after providing long service life. This book
is not ‘pro-PVC’, but draws on lessons learned from how the PVC
value chain, particularly across Europe, has engaged with problems
and made further progress under voluntary commitments to
sustainable development. The book advocates a ‘level playing
field’ of common sustainability principles for assessment of the
benefits and risks of the use of all materials in the context of
whole product life cycles, from raw material extraction to beyond
end-of-life. The use of every material raises specific challenges,
but also shares common problems arising from society’s legacy of
wasteful, linear resource use. Activities surrounding the PVC value
chain have generated novel ideas, assessment techniques and
reconsideration of regulatory approaches relevant to sustainability
assessment of the use of all materials in the context of whole
product life cycles on a common ‘level playing field’, and
which best supports the meeting of varying needs in the safest and
most efficient manner. This book is aimed at industry, regulatory
and NGO audiences and influence on wider media.
Back Cover Copy Humans have exploited a huge diversity of materials
throughout history. Today’s conflict between rising demands and
dwindling resources raises searching questions about how optimally
to meet humanity’s needs efficiently and safely, challenging
common assumptions. Plastics support many facets of modern life yet
raise associated problems, whilst ‘natural’ materials may be
far from benign when inputs extending their longevity are
considered. PVC (polyvinyl chloride) is a plastic with adaptable,
durable and other properties used in diverse construction, medical,
information technology, domestic and many applications besides.
However, PVC has faced significant NGO pressure relating to its
chlorine content and the range of additives conferring desirable
properties. Yet, unlike organochlorine pesticides, PVC plastic is
inert and recyclable after providing long service life. This book
is not ‘pro-PVC’, but draws on lessons learned from how the PVC
value chain, particularly across Europe, has engaged with problems
and made further progress under voluntary commitments to
sustainable development. The book advocates a ‘level playing
field’ of common sustainability principles for assessment of the
benefits and risks of the use of all materials in the context of
whole product life cycles, from raw material extraction to beyond
end-of-life. The use of every material raises specific challenges,
but also shares common problems arising from society’s legacy of
wasteful, linear resource use. Activities surrounding the PVC value
chain have generated novel ideas, assessment techniques and
reconsideration of regulatory approaches relevant to sustainability
assessment of the use of all materials in the context of whole
product life cycles on a common ‘level playing field’, and
which best supports the meeting of varying needs in the safest and
most efficient manner. This book is aimed at industry, regulatory
and NGO audiences and influence on wider media.
This book is dedicated to the Silver Bream, a fish too long
neglected by anglers, wildlife enthusiasts and science. In fact,
this is the first book ever devoted to this freshwater fish.
Scientist, author and broadcaster Dr Mark Everard introduces the
biology of the silver bream, angling for this fish, and its diverse
social quirks and values.
This book is dedicated to the Silver Bream, a fish too long
neglected by anglers, wildlife enthusiasts and science. In fact,
this is the first book ever devoted to this freshwater fish.
Scientist, author and broadcaster Dr Mark Everard introduces the
biology of the silver bream, angling for this fish, and its diverse
social quirks and values.
Nature is all around us, in the beautiful but also in the
unappealing and functional, and from the awe-inspiring to the
mundane. It is vital that we learn to see the agency of the natural
world in all things that make our lives possible, comfortable and
profitable. The Ecology of Everyday Things pulls back the veil of
our familiarity on a range of 'everyday things' that surround us,
and which we perhaps take too much for granted. This key into the
magic world of the everyday can enable us to take better account of
our common natural inheritance. Professor James Longhurst,
Assistant Vice Chancellor, University of the West of England (UWE
Bristol) For many people, ecosystems may be a remote concept, yet
we eat, drink, breathe and interface with them in every moment of
our lives. In this engaging textbook, ecosystems scientist Dr. Mark
Everard considers a diversity of 'everyday things', including
fascinating facts about their ecological origins: from the tea we
drink, to the things we wear, read and enjoy, to the ecology of
communities and space flight, and the important roles played by
germs and 'unappealing creatures' such as slugs and wasps. In
today's society, we are so umbilically connected to ecosystems that
we fail to notice them, and this oversight blinds us to the
unsustainability of everyday life and the industries and policy
environment that supports it. The Ecology of Everyday Things takes
the reader on an enlightening, fascinating voyage of discovery, all
the while soundly rooted in robust science. It will stimulate
awareness about how connected we all are to the natural world and
its processes, and how important it is to learn to better treat our
environment. Ideal for use in undergraduate- and school-level
teaching, it will also interest, educate, engage and enthuse a wide
range of less technical audiences.
This book is a celebration of the humble gudgeon, the angler's
favourite 'tiddler'. This much-loved little fish is long overdue a
little book all of its own. Scientist, author and broadcaster Dr
Mark Everard tells tales about the biology of the gudgeon, gudgeon
fishing, and the diverse social quirks and values of this most
popular of little fishes.
This book is dedicated to the spiky little freshwater ruffian known
better as the ruffe, pope, 'tommy ruffe' and other local names. A
fascinating little fish, the ruffe is long overdue a book all of
its own. Much loved by many anglers, ruffe can also be problematic
when introduced beyond their native range. Scientist, author and
broadcaster Dr Mark Everard details fascinating aspects of the
biology, angling and wider contributions to society of the ruffe.
This book is a celebration of the humble gudgeon, the angler's
favourite 'tiddler'. This much-loved little fish is long overdue a
little book all of its own. Scientist, author and broadcaster Dr
Mark Everard tells tales about the biology of the gudgeon, gudgeon
fishing, and the diverse social quirks and values of this most
popular of little fishes.
Revised and fully updated, this textbook provides a detailed yet
accessible introduction to the key aspects of ecosystem services.
Ecosystem services is one of the most powerful guiding principles
for ecology, biodiversity conservation and the management of
natural resources. It provides the basis of assessing the multiple
values and services that ecosystems can provide to humankind,
including diverse issues such as carbon sequestration, flood
control, crop pollination and aesthetic and cultural services. The
second edition of Ecosystem Services: Key Issues has been fully
revised and updated to address policy and scientific developments,
as well as new and emerging issues, such as nature-based solutions,
zoonotic diseases and environmental justice. It includes new and
updated case studies from across the world and each chapter
contains further reading, learning objectives and discussion
questions to aid student learning. The book details the historical
roots of ecosystem services in the second half of the twentieth
century, through initiatives such as the Millennium Ecosystem
Assessment, The Common International Classification of Ecosystem
Services (CICES) and the United Nations Sustainable Development
Goals. It shows how ecosystem goods and services can be categorised
and valued in economic as well as non-monetary terms, while also
highlighting some of the difficulties and limitations of valuation
techniques. The author describes how themes such as systems
thinking, social-ecological resilience and natural capital relate
to ecosystem services, and how these can contribute to more
sustainable and equitable development. This book will be essential
reading for students and scholars of ecosystem services, ecology,
environmental science, biodiversity conservation, environmental
economics, natural resource management and sustainable development.
It will also be of use to professionals and policymakers who are
looking to integrate ecosystems and their services into their
decision making processes.
Revised and fully updated, this textbook provides a detailed yet
accessible introduction to the key aspects of ecosystem services.
Ecosystem services is one of the most powerful guiding principles
for ecology, biodiversity conservation and the management of
natural resources. It provides the basis of assessing the multiple
values and services that ecosystems can provide to humankind,
including diverse issues such as carbon sequestration, flood
control, crop pollination and aesthetic and cultural services. The
second edition of Ecosystem Services: Key Issues has been fully
revised and updated to address policy and scientific developments,
as well as new and emerging issues, such as nature-based solutions,
zoonotic diseases and environmental justice. It includes new and
updated case studies from across the world and each chapter
contains further reading, learning objectives and discussion
questions to aid student learning. The book details the historical
roots of ecosystem services in the second half of the twentieth
century, through initiatives such as the Millennium Ecosystem
Assessment, The Common International Classification of Ecosystem
Services (CICES) and the United Nations Sustainable Development
Goals. It shows how ecosystem goods and services can be categorised
and valued in economic as well as non-monetary terms, while also
highlighting some of the difficulties and limitations of valuation
techniques. The author describes how themes such as systems
thinking, social-ecological resilience and natural capital relate
to ecosystem services, and how these can contribute to more
sustainable and equitable development. This book will be essential
reading for students and scholars of ecosystem services, ecology,
environmental science, biodiversity conservation, environmental
economics, natural resource management and sustainable development.
It will also be of use to professionals and policymakers who are
looking to integrate ecosystems and their services into their
decision making processes.
Nature is all around us, in the beautiful but also in the
unappealing and functional, and from the awe-inspiring to the
mundane. It is vital that we learn to see the agency of the natural
world in all things that make our lives possible, comfortable and
profitable. The Ecology of Everyday Things pulls back the veil of
our familiarity on a range of 'everyday things' that surround us,
and which we perhaps take too much for granted. This key into the
magic world of the everyday can enable us to take better account of
our common natural inheritance. Professor James Longhurst,
Assistant Vice Chancellor, University of the West of England (UWE
Bristol) For many people, ecosystems may be a remote concept, yet
we eat, drink, breathe and interface with them in every moment of
our lives. In this engaging textbook, ecosystems scientist Dr. Mark
Everard considers a diversity of 'everyday things', including
fascinating facts about their ecological origins: from the tea we
drink, to the things we wear, read and enjoy, to the ecology of
communities and space flight, and the important roles played by
germs and 'unappealing creatures' such as slugs and wasps. In
today's society, we are so umbilically connected to ecosystems that
we fail to notice them, and this oversight blinds us to the
unsustainability of everyday life and the industries and policy
environment that supports it. The Ecology of Everyday Things takes
the reader on an enlightening, fascinating voyage of discovery, all
the while soundly rooted in robust science. It will stimulate
awareness about how connected we all are to the natural world and
its processes, and how important it is to learn to better treat our
environment. Ideal for use in undergraduate- and school-level
teaching, it will also interest, educate, engage and enthuse a wide
range of less technical audiences.
This book is dedicated to the spiky little freshwater ruffian known
better as the ruffe, pope, 'tommy ruffe' and other local names. A
fascinating little fish, the ruffe is long overdue a book all of
its own. Much loved by many anglers, ruffe can also be problematic
when introduced beyond their native range. Scientist, author and
broadcaster Dr Mark Everard details fascinating aspects of the
biology, angling and wider contributions to society of the ruffe.
CHOICE 'Highly Recommended for all readers' June 2021 Vol. 58 No.
10 This stunningly illustrated book goes far beyond a
run-of-the-mill nature guide. It explores the fascinating life
histories of Britain's freshwater fishes, a group of animals which,
despite their importance and ubiquity in our diverse still and
flowing fresh waters, has before now been rarely regarded and
respected as 'wildlife'. Our native fishes tend generally to be
considered as simply something for anglers to catch or for people
to eat, yet they work enormously hard for us. Author Mark Everard,
avid nature-watcher, angler and scientist, shows how freshwater
fish provide food, ornamentation, sport and cultural identity, and
highlights their huge importance for conservation as part of the
living ecosystems upon which we all depend. He dives into the
mysteries moving below the surface of our rivers and lakes,
bringing the wonderful and fascinating world of the diversity of
British freshwater fish species into plain sight and into mind.
This unique book features over 100 full-colour photographs by
pioneering photographer and filmmaker Jack Perks, whose work has
featured on BBC Springwatch, The One Show and Countryfile. The book
is filled with technical detail useful to conservationists and
biology students. Most importantly, it is also presented in an
accessible, visually attractive and engaging manner that will
appeal to anybody with an interest in the natural world: the
conservation-minded public, the angling community, and our nation
of wildlife enthusiasts. Whatever your background, this book will
open your eyes to our freshwater fishy wealth, and the many ways in
which it enriches our lives.
This book explores humanity's relationship with the natural world
throughout evolutionary history, and the need to reorient this onto
a symbiotic basis. It integrates the themes of natural and
artificial selection, the characteristics of historic
'revolutions', and directed versus random change. Inspiring
community-based projects, mainly from the developing world, show
how ecosystem regeneration uplifts human livelihoods in a
positively reinforcing cycle, embodying lessons germane to
co-creating a Symbiocene era wherein humanity's substantial
influence (the Anthropocene) achieves increasing symbiosis with the
natural processes shaping the former Holocene epoch. The Ecosystems
Revolution provides practical, positive examples, highlighting the
attainability of an 'ecosystems revolution'.
Rebuilding the Earth highlights humanity's interdependence with the
planet's ecosystems. Today, these ecosystems are seriously
degraded, compromising future security and opportunity. It is
essential that we set about rebuilding the metaphorical 'ark' of
nature upon which our future prospects depend. Central to this book
are several case studies of regenerative approaches drawn from
every continent on the planet. These approaches are founded on
restoration and protection of ecosystems - water and soil, forests,
marine and coastal resources, urban infrastructure, farming
practices and in corporate supply chains. Rebuilding the Earth is
above all optimistic about the daunting challenges facing global
society. It is about culture change, addressing the necessity of
and the means for putting nature and people back into the heart of
societal thinking, policy and action. It advocates for sustainable
development in its deepest green sense, but also pragmatically
framed in social, technological, governance and economic contexts.
The concluding message is "Yes, we can!"
Dace The Prince of the Stream is only the second book ever
dedicated to this charismatic and widespread coarse fish. (The 'How
to Catch them' book on dace was published well over 50 years ago.)
This new book, generously illustrated in full colour, covers all
aspects of the natural history of the fish, angling approaches, and
the cultural
Game fishes, particularly those of the salmon family, are critical
indicators of the health of those ecosystems upon which we now know
we are dependent. As the authors of this important environmental
book argue, "Our game fishes [then] serve as more than merely an
indicator of healthy waters. Instead, they can be regarded as
iconic of the ecosystems in which they occur." Moreover, "the
quality requirements of different types of fish population have
formed the backbone of a great deal of water management in the UK,
Europe and the USA over several decades." With sections on how and
why Britain's game fishes are under pressure from changes in land
use, agriculture, housing needs, etc. - and their concomitant
pollution effects - this book assesses how our knowledge of these
game fishes reflect the changing values we place on our surrounding
wildlife.
Indigenous People and Nature: Insights for Social, Ecological, and
Technological Sustainability examines today's environmental
challenges in light of traditional knowledge, linking insights from
geography, population, and environment from a wide range of regions
around the globe. Organized in four parts, the book describes the
foundations of human geography and its current research challenges,
the intersections between environment and cultural diversity,
addressing various type of ecosystem services and their interaction
with the environment, the impacts of sustainability practices used
by indigenous culture on the ecosystem, and conservation ecology
and environment management. Using theoretical and applied insights
from local communities around the world, this book helps
geographers, demographers, environmentalists, economists,
sociologists and urban planners tackle today's environmental
problems from new perspectives.
In this book Mark Everard argues that governments and citizens too
often take the air we breathe for granted. Air and the wider
atmosphere are vital in protecting us from radiation, maintaining
climate and weather patterns, dispersing water, seeds and pollen,
and serving as an alternative source of energy. Breathing Space
overturns conventional thinking on the atmosphere, and is the first
book to properly integrate air into the wider environmental
discourse. Outlining the structure and development of the
atmosphere, Everard assesses its importance within the environment
as a whole. Everard's work represents the long overdue
incorporation of air into our wider understanding of ecosystems,
and argues persuasively for the need for governments to recognise
the importance of air as a resource. A must read for scholars,
students and activists.
Common Ground explores the shifting relationship between human
society and the landscapes that bear it. Examining the changing
understandings of the natural world and its management and
exploitation, environmental activist Mark Everard presents
solutions in the nature of ecosystem services. Notwithstanding our
total dependence on the Earth's natural resources, the relationship
between humanity and the land has shifted significantly and
frequently throughout our tenure, brief as it is relative to the
evolution of planetary life. Appropriating increasing proportions
of nature's resources to meet our shifting and growing demands, we
have been degrading the quality and extent of ecosystems, nearly
destroying their capacities to meet the needs of a burgeoning
population. The book offers a fresh and vital whole-system approach
to the key under-pinning the issue of sustainability. Everard looks
ahead to what is required to live sustainably, respecting the
central role of landscapes in supporting human wellbeing into the
long-term future.
Common Ground explores the shifting relationship between human
society and the landscapes that bear it. Examining the changing
understandings of the natural world and its management and
exploitation, environmental activist Mark Everard presents
solutions in the nature of ecosystem services. Notwithstanding our
total dependence on the Earth's natural resources, the relationship
between humanity and the land has shifted significantly and
frequently throughout our tenure, brief as it is relative to the
evolution of planetary life. Appropriating increasing proportions
of nature's resources to meet our shifting and growing demands, we
have been degrading the quality and extent of ecosystems, nearly
destroying their capacities to meet the needs of a burgeoning
population. The book offers a fresh and vital whole-system approach
to the key under-pinning the issue of sustainability. Everard looks
ahead to what is required to live sustainably, respecting the
central role of landscapes in supporting human wellbeing into the
long-term future.
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