Overview

The Environment Dictionary provides an essential source of information on all aspects of the environment. It includes all the basic scientific terms and concepts along with the socio-economic, cultural, historical and political elements which impact on the environment. This dictionary provides the broad, balanced interdisciplinary approach required to consider environmental issues worldwide. Designed for a wide range of readers, this attractively presented dictionary is up-to-date, easy to read and to reference. Whether approaching environmental study from the perspective of economics, history, geography, environmental studies or from the life or earth sciences The Environment Dictionary offers a deeper understanding of the key issues. Selected environmental issues which have particular importance or topicality are treated in greater depth through a series of extended boxed case studies. A wide range of maps, diagrams and figures illustrate the text and extensive cross-referencing between entries ensures readers can build on their knowledge. The references and further reading sections are drawn from a wide range of accessible sources - from newspaper articles and popular magazines, to academic texts and journals- and provide easy access to further study and development of readers specific interests. The Environment Dictionary offers an invaluable and engaging source of information and learning for students, teachers and all those interested in the environment and today's environmental issues.

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Author:   David Kemp
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Dimensions:   Width: 17.40cm , Height: 2.40cm , Length: 24.60cm
Weight:   0.635kg
ISBN:  

9780415127530

ISBN 10:   041512753
Pages:   480
Publication Date:   07 May 1998
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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David Kemp is a lecturer in Geography at Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada.

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Not too technical, yet authoritative interdisciplinary approach. Surprisingly useable and readable collection of 1,700 entries, the most important ones going into appropriately greater detail. - Northeastern Naturalist

This dictionary is not flashy with colour illustrations and layouts but, in this handy, one-volume size, it may be the best and most useful of environmental reference works. The level is suitable for adult or university students, and there are good references under most selections for further reading. Black-and-white diagrams and photographs give helpful directions. Everything is explained clearly, with good cross references, and a detailed name and subject index. Guaranteed to become well worn. (Kirkus UK)

Not too technical, yet authoritative interdisciplinary approach. Surprisingly useable and readable collection of 1,700 entries, the most important ones going into appropriately greater detail. <br>- Northeastern Naturalist <br>

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