The Glaciers Of The Alps Being A Narrative Of Excursions And Ascents An Account Of The Origin And Phenomena Of Glaciers And An Exposition Of The Physical Principles To Which They Are Related With Illustrations Appendix Comparative View Of The Cleavage Of Crystals And Slate Rocks A Lecture Delivered The 6th Of June 1856

Author : Cynthia V. Burek
Publisher : Geological Society of London
ISBN 13 : 9781862392540
Total Pages : 328 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (925 download)

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Download or read book The History of Geoconservation written by Cynthia V. Burek and published by Geological Society of London. This book was released on 2008 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the first to describe the history of geoconservation. It draws on experience from the UK, Europe and further afield, to explore topics including: what is geoconservation; where, when and how did it start; who was responsible; and how has it differed across the world? Geological and geomorphological features, processes, sites and specimens, provide a resource of immense scientific and educational importance. They also form the foundation for the varied and spectacular landscapes that help define national and local identity as well as many of the great tourism destinations. Mankind's activities, including contributing to enhanced climate change, pose many threats to this resource: the importance of safeguarding and managing it for future generations is now widely accepted as part of sustainable development. Geoconservation is an established and growing activity across the world, with more participants and a greater profile than ever before. This volume highlights a history of challenges, set-backs, successes and visionary individuals and provides a sound basis for taking geoconservation into the future.