Автор: Brown, Lester Название: World on the Edge ISBN: 1849712727 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781849712729 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 86760.00 T Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии.
Автор: Cederlцf Gunnel, Rangarajan Mahesh Название: At Nature`s Edge: The Global Present and Long-Term History ISBN: 0199489076 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780199489077 Издательство: Oxford Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 43610.00 T Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии. Описание: In an epoch when environmental issues make the headlines, this is a work that goes beyond the everyday. Ecologies as diverse as the Himalayas and the Indian Ocean coast, the Negev desert and the former military bases of Vietnam, or the Namib desert and the east African savannah all have in common a long-time human presence and the many ways people have modified nature. With research covering countries from Asia, Africa, and Australia, the authors come together to ask how and why human impacts on nature have grown in scale and pace from a long pre-history. The chapters in this volume illumine specific patterns and responses across time, going beyond an overt centring of the European experience. The tapestry of life and the human reshaping of environments evoke both concern and hope, making it vital to understand when, why, and how we came to this particular turn in the road. Eschewing easy labels and questioning eurocentrism in today's climate vocabulary, this is a volume that will stimulate rethinking among scholars and citizens alike.
Автор: Le Zwarts, Rob G. Bijlsma, Jan van der Kamp, Eddy Wymenga Название: Living on the Edge: Wetlands and Birds in a Changing Sahel ISBN: 9050112803 ISBN-13(EAN): 9789050112802 Издательство: Brill Цена: 96960.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание: 'Living on the Edge' examines the function of the Sahel region of Africa as an important wintering area for long-distance migrant birds. It describes the challenges the birds have to cope with – climate change, of course, and rapid man-made habitat changes related to deforestation, irrigation and reclamation of wetlands. How have all these changes affected the birds, and have birds adapted to these changes? Can we explain the changing numbers of breeding birds in Europe by changes in the Sahel, or vice versa? Winner of the BB/BTO Best Bird Book Award 2010 The Jury commented: "It is a tremendous book in every department. It marks a step-change in our knowledge of the ecology of this critically important region in the European-African migration system and of the many species (familiar to us on their breeding grounds) that winter there. The authors combine the latest scientific information with vivid descriptions of landscapes and animals. Their book is richly illustrated with large numbers of drawings, maps and photographs by acclaimed experts. The wealth of coloured graphics has been particularly well thought out and encourages readers to delve into the figures and learn more about the region, rather than having the (all-too-common) opposite effect. Summing up, the jury praises not just the high quality of the texts, the information and the illustrations, but also the sheer pleasure of reading the book: "One of the key attributes of a good book is to be able to grip the reader's attention and transport him or her to another place. We feel confident that [Living on the edge] will have that effect."
Автор: McPherson Guy Название: Only Love Remains: Dancing at the Edge of Extinction ISBN: 1732963134 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781732963139 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 28820.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание: The science is clear: Homo sapiens teeters on the brink of extinction. Industrial civilization is an omnicidal heat engine, yet terminating civilization heats the planet even faster in an outcome termed the McPherson Paradox. In this book, professor emeritus of conservation biology Guy McPherson describes how we can proceed with urgency in the face of habitat loss for our species. While describing the evidence underlying human extinction within a few years, McPherson also provides an urgent and reasoned response to this prognosis. In other words, this book describes a way forward in light of our terminal diagnosis. Inspired by a 2016 speaking tour in New Zealand by the author, this book moves beyond the idea of attempting to preserve human life at all costs and into the idea of living in hospice. Our species has never faced a trial such as this one. How shall we live? McPherson convincingly argues that how we live matters. There is no better measure of our character than how we act in the face of impossible odds. Taking action when actions are futile, and dancing over and into the abyss are joyous acts of rebellion. Do we adhere to principle? Do we pursue excellence in our lives? Do we live fully, lovingly, even if we have no legacy? McPherson argues for a radical approach even if --especially if -- no one remains to critique our last dance. Even if --especially if -- no one remains to admire our fortitude in the face of our inevitable fate.
Автор: John West Название: Asian Century… on a Knife-edge ISBN: 9811071810 ISBN-13(EAN): 9789811071812 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 26090.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание:
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This book delves into the widely held belief that the 21st century will be the 'Asian Century' by examining the Asia's rapid economic development in the post-war era and the challenges it faces in forging ahead of world leaders in the West.
The impact of the current turbulent global political climate on Asia is critically analyzed, employing a holistic and multidisciplinary approach, combining economic, social, political and geopolitical perspectives. Written in an accessible style, the book offers students, business, government, and civil society players powerful insights on Asia.
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