The global casino
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The global casino
Hodder Education, 2008
4th ed
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The global casino : an introduction to environmental issues
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注記
Previous ed.: London: Arnold, 2003
Includes bibliographical references and index
内容説明・目次
内容説明
he Global Casino is a compelling introduction to environmental issues which links the physical environment to its political, social and economic contexts. Case studies from around the globe are used to illustrate key environmental issues, from global warming and deforestation to natural hazards and soil erosion. The book highlights the underlying causes behind environmental problems, including human actions and emphasises the potential for solutions. In line with contemporary international trends, emphasis is placed on the critical concept of sustainable development.
This new edition has been thoroughly revised and updated, with the introduction of new illustrative material and up-to-the-minute case studies on topics such as endangered deep-sea species, the global uptake of unleaded petrol, geothermal energy in Iceland, genocide in Rwanda and the Indian Ocean tsunami of 2004. Particularly useful features for students include points for discussion at the end of each chapter as well as a comprehensive glossary. The lists of key readings and websites, again linked specifically to the content of each chapter, have been fully updated and expanded.
The Global Casino is the essential course companion for students of the environment, geography, earth sciences and development studies.
目次
1 The physical environment
2 The human environment
3 Sustainable development
4 Tropical deforestation
5 Desertification
6 Oceans
7 Coastal problems
8 Rivers, lakes & wetlands
9 Big dams
10 Urban environments
11 Climatic change
12 Acid rain
13 Food production
14 Soil erosion
15 Biodiversity loss
16 Transport
17 Waste management
18 Energy production
19 Mining
20 War
21 Natural hazards
22 Conclusions
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