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OverviewThe Environment Dictionary provides an essential up-to-date source of information on all aspects of the environment. It includes non-technical definitions of basic scientific terms and concepts alongside entries which explain 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 at the global and local scale. Attractively and clearly presented, The Environment Dictionary is an easy-to-read reference work and engaging source of learning for a wide range of readers. It explains the essential physical elements to those with no formal scientific training whilst enabling others from the traditional sciences and other disciplines to understand key environmental implications. Particular features in The Environment Dictionary include: * clear presentation for easy reference and reading * over x clear, concise entries, covering the breadth of environmental topics * extended boxed entries on selected environmental issues of particular importance or topicality * illustrated with informative diagrams, maps and figures * references, cross-referencing, and accessible further reading suggesstions - from newspaper articles and popular magazines, to academic texts and journals. 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. Full Product DetailsAuthor: David KempPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Dimensions: Width: 21.00cm , Height: 3.00cm , Length: 28.00cm Weight: 0.884kg ISBN: 9780415127523ISBN 10: 0415127521 Pages: 480 Publication Date: 07 May 1998 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Tertiary & Higher Education , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsDavid Kemp is a lecturer in Geography at Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada.ReviewsNot too technical, yet authoritative interdisciplinary approach. Surprisingly useable and readable collection of 1,700 entries, the most important ones going into appropriately greater detail. """An extremely comprehensive illustrated dictionary, and a must-have reference book for Green activists"" Challenge Summer 1998" 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) Author InformationDavid Kemp Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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