Island environments in a changing world
Auteur :
Walker, Lawrence R. / Bellingham, Peter
Éditeur :
Cambridge University Press
ISBN :
9780521519601
Date de publication :
24 mars 2011
Dimensions :
23,3 x 15,8 x 2,0 cm
Poids :
690 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
This detailed study of island environments focuses on nine island groups, exploring their differing geology, geography, climate and soils, as well as the varying effects of human actions. It provides a critique of the concept of sustainable growth and offers realistic guidelines for future island management.