Author: A. B. CostinPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Botany
Languages : en
Pages : 880
Book Description
A Study of the Ecosystems of the Monaro Region of New South Wales, with Special Reference to Soil Erosion
Author: A. B. CostinA Study of the Ecosystems of the Monaro Region of New South Wales
Author: Alec Baillie CostinPublisher:
ISBN: 9780643091214
Category : Ecology
Languages : en
Pages : 860
Book Description
The Environment in Anthropology, Second Edition
Author: Nora HaennPublisher: NYU Press
ISBN: 1479854271
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 538
Book Description
Presents ecology and current environmental studies from an anthropological point of view The Environment in Anthropology presents ecology and current environmental studies from an anthropological point of view. From the classics to the most current scholarship, this text connects the theory and practice in environment and anthropology, providing readers with a strong intellectual foundation as well as offering practical tools for solving environmental problems. Haenn, Wilk, and Harnish pose the most urgent questions of environmental protection: How are environmental problems mediated by cultural values? What are the environmental effects of urbanization? When do environmentalists’ goals and actions conflict with those of indigenous peoples? How can we assess the impact of “environmentally correct” businesses? They also cover the fundamental topics of population growth, large scale development, biodiversity conservation, sustainable environmental management, indigenous groups, consumption, and globalization. This revised edition addresses new topics such as water, toxic waste, neoliberalism, environmental history, environmental activism, and REDD (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation), and it situates anthropology in the multi-disciplinary field of environmental research. It also offers readers a guide for developing their own plan for environmental action. This volume offers an introduction to the breadth of ecological and environmental anthropology as well as to its historical trends and current developments. Balancing landmark essays with cutting-edge scholarship, bridging theory and practice, and offering suggestions for further reading and new directions for research, The Environment in Anthropology continues to provide the ideal introduction to a burgeoning field.
On Track
Author: John BlayPublisher: NewSouth
ISBN: 174224209X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 377
Book Description
On Track tells the story of John Blay’s long-distance search for the Bundian Way, an important Aboriginal pathway between Mt Kosciuszko and Twofold Bay near Eden on the New South Wales far south coast. The 360-kilometre route traverses some of the nation’s most remarkable landscapes, from the highest place on the continent to the ocean. This epic bushwalking story uncovers the history, country and rediscovery of this significant track. Now heritage-listed, and thanks to the work of Blay and local Indigenous communities, the Bundian Way is set to be one of the great Australian walks.
Principles and Practices in Plant Ecology
Author: InderjitPublisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 1351421999
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 616
Book Description
Principles and Practices in Plant Ecology: Allelochemical Interactions provides insights and details recent progress about allelochemical research from the ecosystem standpoint. Research on chemical ecology of allelochemicals in the last three decades has established this field as a mature science that interrelates the research of biologists, weed and crop scientists, agronomists, natural product chemists, microbiologists, ecologists, soil scientists, and plant physiologists and pathologists. This book demonstrates how the influence of allelochemicals on the various components of an ecosystem-including soil microbial ecology, soil nutrients, and physical, chemical, and biological soil factors-may affect growth, distribution, and survival of plant species. Internationally renowned exper†s discuss how a better understanding of allelochemical phenomena can lead to true sustainable agriculture.
New Zealand Journal of Agricultural Research
Author: Nature Conservation
Author: C MargulesPublisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 0643102736
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
The proceedings of a Cost Effective Biological Surveys and Data Analysis workshop held at the old Quarantine Station, North Head, Sydney, in March 1988, under the auspices of the Council of Nature Conservation Ministers (CONCOM) and the Australian Environment Council (AEC).
Technical Papers
Author: Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (Australia). Division of Plant IndustryPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Biology
Languages : en
Pages : 538
Book Description
The Proceedings of the Linnean Society of New South Wales
Author: Linnean Society of New South WalesPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Natural history
Languages : en
Pages : 898
Book Description
Flammable Australia
Author: Ross A. BradstockPublisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521805919
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
Fire is pivotal to the functioning of ecosystems in Australia, affecting the distribution and abundance of the continent's unique and highly diverse range of plants and animals. Conservation of this natural biodiversity therefore requires a good understanding of scientific processes involved in the action of fire on the landscape. This book provides an up-to-date synthesis of current knowledge in this area and its application in contemporary land management. Central to the discussion is an exploration of the concept of the fire regime and its interactions with biodiversity.