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OverviewFull Product DetailsAuthor: J. Patrick DoodyPublisher: Springer Imprint: Springer Edition: 2013 ed. Volume: 4 Dimensions: Width: 15.50cm , Height: 1.70cm , Length: 23.50cm Weight: 0.498kg ISBN: 9789401781251ISBN 10: 9401781257 Pages: 306 Publication Date: 15 October 2014 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsPreface.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Human Occupation, Use and Abuse.- 3. Nature Conservation - Policy and Procedures.- 4. Physical States and Values - Beaches/Foredune.- 5. Vegetated States and Values -Inland Dune.- 6. Trends and Trade-offs - Beaches/Foredune.- 7. Trends and Trade-offs - Inland Vegetated Dune.- 8. Alien Plant Invasion.- 9. Management and Restoration - Applying Best Practice.- 10. Integrated Action - Golf Course Management.- 11. Integrated Action - Machair, Human History and Nature Intertwined.- 12. Present Threats and Future Prospects.- Index.ReviewsFrom the book reviews: “The book focuses on dune systems in the northern hemisphere, with case studies from across Europe and North America, as well as consideration of southern hemisphere analogues. … Each chapter stands alone, with its own reference list, and the text is accompanied by useful color images and diagrams. This book will be a useful reference for professionals working in land management and conservation of sand dunes, as well as students and academics interested in dynamic systems.” (Sarah Taylor, The Bulletin Your Magazine From The British Ecological Society, Vol. 45 (2), June, 2014) From the book reviews: The book focuses on dune systems in the northern hemisphere, with case studies from across Europe and North America, as well as consideration of southern hemisphere analogues. ... Each chapter stands alone, with its own reference list, and the text is accompanied by useful color images and diagrams. This book will be a useful reference for professionals working in land management and conservation of sand dunes, as well as students and academics interested in dynamic systems. (Sarah Taylor, The Bulletin Your Magazine From The British Ecological Society, Vol. 45 (2), June, 2014) Author InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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