Exploring Environmental Issues
Author | : David D. Kemp |
Publisher | : Psychology Press |
Total Pages | : 464 |
Release | : 2004 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780415268639 |
ISBN-13 | : 041526863X |
Rating | : 4/5 (63X Downloads) |
Download or read book Exploring Environmental Issues written by David D. Kemp and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Global warming, ozone depletion, drought, acid rain - their causes are viewed as extraordinarily complex; their effects are assumed catastrophic. Exploring Environmental Issues provides a key to understanding our potential crisis. The concise, introductory text presents a review of current environmental issues using a geographical approach that stresses the interrelationships between environment and societies. This user-friendly volume is an essential book for students and all who are concerned with the nature of contemporary environmental issues. Information is presented in a refreshing manner utilising over 170 figures and 50 photographs. Global boxed case studies are used throughout to highlight and explore issues in more detail. The text also contains discussion points, annotated further reading and an extensive glossary.