Islamic attitudes are of increasing concern to the Western world and environmental issues claim much attention as well. Few non-Muslims realize, however, that there is a distinctive Islamic contributi
New edition of a book which presents a global study of river basin systems and their contemporary management, assessing systems and management within both physical and social frameworks. Covers the h
A Stake in the Future looks at the Whitehorse Mining Initiative (WMI), an effort by the Canadian mineral industry to forge new alliances with other groups who have an interest in the continuing viabil
The 35 selected papers and panel reports extol the benefits of space activity to the terrestrial environment and human happiness. The topics include the European Space Agency's work with developing co
This compact field guide to the identification of Southern African mammals based on their spoor, droppings and skulls has long been a top seller. This edition offers up-to-date information on identifi
In this book the authors have applied research knowledge to the solution of practical problems facing wildlife conservation in freshwater habitats. Subjects covered include: evaluation of the conse
We have taken for granted seemingly endless supplies of water flowing from reservoirs wells, and diversion projects; access to water has been key to food security, industrialization, and the growth o
Increasing numbers of Americans are fleeing cities and suburbs for the small towns and open spaces that surround national and state parks, wildlife refuges, historic sites, and other public lands. Wit
Tsugitaka (history, U. of Tokyo) examines the evolution of Islamic state and society from the 10th to the 14th century, focusing on the history of the allocated tax revenue system. He traces the histo
The author examines how the Burmese state has sought to control the country's forest activities, and the ways in which groups relying on the forest for their livelihood (loggers, transnational corpora
This co-edited volume addresses the major environmental problems faced by seven Middle Eastern Countries and the region of the Arabian/Persian Gulf. Leading scholars and experts explore methodically t
Presents alternative and often opposing viewpoints on the major national and international environmental controversies that will be with us well into the twenty-first century.
This book forms the proceedings of the 18th European conference on irrigation and drainage. Water is not a free commodity, and demand is becoming more and more intense for its allocation. This book fo
For more than a century the establishment of national parks and protected areas was a major threat to the survival of indigenous people. The creation of parks based on wilderness ideals outlawed trad
or the three million people who move each year, Dress Your House for Success will almost guarantee a sale for thousands of dollars over the price of a comparable house. Now, for the first time, everyo
Protected areas and conservation policies ore usually established with only local nature and wildlife in mind. Yet they con have far reaching consequences for local populations, often undermining thei
What do phone rates, frequent flyer programs, and railroad tariffs all have in common? They are all examples of nonlinear pricing. Pricing is nonlinear when it is not strictly proportional to the quan
Completely updated to reflect recent legal developments, this practical reference explains those regulations and provides a current, comprehensive look at wetland mitigation options that comply with t
