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OverviewThe purpose of this book is to examine urban forests in cities around the world. It will ask questions about the history, composition, structure, and management of trees in urban areas. Data for this book was collected in 33 cities across broad geographical areas known as biomes. Constraints and opportunities imposed on urban forest composition, design, and management by the ecological characteristics of these biomes will be examined. The book will also address the cultural and historical factors that influenced the characteristics of urban forests around the world. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Joe R. McBridePublisher: Springer International Publishing AG Imprint: Springer International Publishing AG Edition: 1st ed. 2017 Volume: 8 Dimensions: Width: 15.50cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 23.50cm Weight: 5.384kg ISBN: 9783319521077ISBN 10: 3319521071 Pages: 266 Publication Date: 17 February 2017 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of Contents1. Introduction.- 2. Methods.- 3. Biomes, Human Settlement, and the Selection of Cities. 4. History.- 5. Composition.- 6. Design.- 7. Function.- 8. Management.- 9. Urban Forests, Biomes, and History.- 10. The Future of the Urban Forest.ReviewsAuthor InformationJoe McBride is Emeritus Professor of Urban Forestry in the Department of Environmental Science, Policy, and Management and Department of Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning at the University of California, Berkeley (see attached) Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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