Articoli correlati a Climatic Change
Sinossi
Climatic change, especially the inadvertent modification of climate by man, is emerging as the most important - and controversial - of global environmental problems. Within the last few years climatic events and their impacts, along with the possibility of major changes in the future, have attracted an increasing amount of scientific study, intensive media coverage and growing attention from politicians.
Bringing together material from a wide range of sources, this book offers a balanced appreciation of the ways in which climatic changes can interact with society. Written specifically for students undertaking foundation courses in geography and environmental studies, it does not presuppose a background in science and extensive use is made of case studies drawn from around the world to put scientific principles into context. The result is a wide-ranging, stimulating and readable book that will be invaluable for those approaching the subject for the first time.
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Recensione
As a careful, holistic analysis of this important topic, this book is an extremely good example and should be read by all students wishing to see not just the topic but its limitations.
TEGNews, Summer 1996
A clearly written, useful book.
Progress in Human Geography
It is first and foremost a student textbook and as such should do well.
Geography
Contenuti
Introduction
Reconstructing past climates
Climatic change in the Quaternary era
The greenhouse effect and greenhouse gases
Predicting future climate
The impact of global warming: sea level rise
The impact of global warming on ecosystems and agriculture
Responding to global warming
Conclusion
Glossary
References
Bibliography
Index
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