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Landscapes & Cycles

Author : Jim Steele
Publisher : CreateSpace
ISBN 13 : 9781490390185
Total Pages : 342 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Landscapes & Cycles written by Jim Steele and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2013-06-01 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Landscapes and cycles demonstrates why landscape change, far more than the levels of carbon dioxide, deserve our full attention. Landscapes and cycles is easily understood by the layperson. It outlines how to build a more resilient environment and provides the perspective method needed to critically appraise the overzealous catatrophic predictions that dominate the media. It will enlighten anyone concerned about climate change and the fate of endangered species."--Page 4 of cover.

European Glacial Landscapes

Author : David Palacios
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0323997139
Total Pages : 637 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (239 download)

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Download or read book European Glacial Landscapes written by David Palacios and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2023-10-21 with total page 637 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: European Glacial Landscapes: The Holocene presents the current state of knowledge on glacial landscapes of Europe and nearby areas over the Holocene to deduce the influence of atmospheric and oceanic currents and the insolation forcing variability and volcanic activity on Holocene paleoclimates, the existence of asynchronies in the timing of occurrence of glacier expansion and shrinkage during the Holocene, time lags between the identification of oceanic and atmospheric changes and those occurring in glacial extension during the Holocene, the role of Holocene glaciers on the climate of Europe, and on sea level variability, and the delimitation of landscapes that need special protection. Students, academics and researchers in Geography, Geology, Environmental Sciences, Physics and Earth Science departments will find this book provides novel findings of all the major European Regions in a single publication, with updated information about Holocene glacial geomorphology and paleo-climatology and clear figures that model the landscapes covered. - Provides a synthesis and summary of glacial processes in Europe over the Holocene period - Features research from experts in palaeo-climatology, palaeo-oceanography and palaeo-glaciology - Includes access to a companion website with an interactive map, photos of glacial features, and geospatial data related to European Glacial Landscapes

Forests and Society

Author : Kristiina A. Vogt
Publisher : CABI
ISBN 13 : 1845930983
Total Pages : 355 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (459 download)

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Download or read book Forests and Society written by Kristiina A. Vogt and published by CABI. This book was released on 2007 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book, which contains 8 chapters, provides a framework for the general public, forest managers and policy makers to understand what factors need to be included when working towards using and protecting the world's forests so that they can be sustained. Topics covered include: historical perceptions and use of forests; the creation of today's forest landscapes by global societies; decision making related to forests becoming democratic and globalized; changing views about the ecology and conservation of forests; the historical and continuing impacts of human disturbances (i.e., air pollution, climatic change, salt injury, introduced plants, introduced insects, introduced pathogens, forest management activities and wars) on forests; the relevance of natural disturbances (i.e., wildfires, wind, extreme temperature and moisture, volcanic eruptions, pathogens, and insect and vertebrate pests) in maintaining sustainable forests; the relationship of human health to forest management; and the relationship among forests, humans and the carbon cycle. Case studies from Australia, Bolivia, Botswana, China, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Nepal, Peru, the Philippines, Puerto Rico and the USA, are also included.

Introduction to Landscape Design

Author : John L. Motloch
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 9780471352914
Total Pages : 394 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (529 download)

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Download or read book Introduction to Landscape Design written by John L. Motloch and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2000-08-25 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Outstanding explorations of design concepts, principles, and processes This Second Edition of Introduction to Landscape Design offers even broader coverage of the environmental, human, technological, and aesthetic issues associated with landscape design than the first edition. Beginning with the way we perceive, manage, and design the landscape, it moves on to explore the forces that influence land design. An overview of landscape management, planning, and design includes a discussion of the roles and integration of the professions involved, modes of professional practice, and site scale design processes. The book explores the ecology of design and the integration of land design decisions into dynamic systems. This fully updated new edition: * Presents landscape design as a synergism of art and science * Addresses the interplay between buildings and sites * Provides insights into the breadth of people-environment relationships * Places special emphasis on our growing understanding of interrelationships between the landscape and human decisions A superb introduction for students as well as a useful reference for practicing professionals, this book is an excellent guide for anyone who wants to develop a better understanding of landscape design.

Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards

Author : Leonard J. Hopper
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118272005
Total Pages : 578 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (182 download)

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Download or read book Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards written by Leonard J. Hopper and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-02-24 with total page 578 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The new student edition of the definitive reference on landscape architecture Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards, Student Edition is a condensed treatment of the authoritative Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards, Professional Edition. Designed to give students the critical information they require, this is an essential reference for anyone studying landscape architecture and design. Formatted to meet the serious student's needs, the content in this Student Edition reflects topics covered in accredited landscape architectural programs, making it an excellent choice for a required text in landscape architecture, landscape design, horticulture, architecture, and planning and urban design programs. Students will gain an understanding of all the critical material they need for the core classes required by all curriculums, including: * Construction documentation * Site planning * Professional practice * Site grading and earthwork * Construction principles * Water supply and management * Pavement and structures in the landscape * Parks and recreational spaces * Soils, asphalt, concrete, masonry, metals, wood, and recreational surfaces * Evaluating the environmental and human health impacts of materials Like Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards, this Student Edition provides essential specification and detailing information on the fundamentals of landscape architecture, including sustainable design principles, planting (including green roofs), stormwater management, and wetlands constuction and evaluation. In addition, expert advice guides readers through important considerations such as material life cycle analysis, environmental impacts, site security, hazard control, environmental restoration and remediation, and accessibility. Visit the Companion web site: wiley.com/go/landscapearchitecturalgraphicstandards

Landscapes of Cycling

Author : Graham Watson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781931382489
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (824 download)

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Download or read book Landscapes of Cycling written by Graham Watson and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bicycle races present some of the most dramatic action scenes in sports. Add to that the snowy Swiss Alps, the sunflowers of the South of France, the twisted mountain roads above the blue Mediterranean, and one has a book for both landscape lovers and bicycle enthusiasts. Organized by season, the book takes readers around the globe, from the Australian championships to the Tour de France, highlighting the majesty and grit of the sport against a backdrop of exquisite, compelling scenery. The book includes some of Watson's most famous landscape shots as well as many never-before published photographs.

Nature, Place & People: Forging Connections Through Neighbourhood Landscape Design

Author : Puay-yok Tan
Publisher : World Scientific
ISBN 13 : 9813236043
Total Pages : 216 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (132 download)

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Download or read book Nature, Place & People: Forging Connections Through Neighbourhood Landscape Design written by Puay-yok Tan and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 2018-04-23 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Neighbourhood landscapes are the quintessential forms of urban landscapes in most cities worldwide. They are pervasive, and hence experienced by the large majority of urban dwellers in their everyday life. More than parks, nature reserves or nature areas which are visited as destinations, neighbourhood landscapes provide the most immediate, frequent and convenient form of nature experienced by urban dwellers on a daily basis. They are also valuable as social spaces to bring residents together, foster social ties, and strengthen communities. Despite their importance, surprisingly little has been written to guide the planning and design of neighbourhood landscapes.This book is written for a specific purpose, to illustrate how the design of neighbourhood landscapes helps to deliver more benefits for urban dwellers and, at the same time, protect ecosystems that facilitate human well-being. This is in turn important as the synergistic relationships between human well-being, quality of biophysical urban environment, and health of human-environment interactions fundamentally underpin urban sustainability. The authors emphasize the role neighbourhood landscapes play in forging connections between people and nature, people and people, and people and place. Most of all, the book highlights the role of focusing on people in this endeavour, as it is only when landscapes are appropriately designed, and when people recognize these benefits, that they become valued and protected as a community resource.This book is organized into two parts. Part 1 focuses on the conceptual foundations that underpin the neighbourhood landscape design guidelines being developed. In this section, the authors describe the key concepts relating functions of neighbourhood landscapes to the key urban development goals of sustainability, liveability and reliance; how they can be represented in a framework; and how a synthesis of current knowledge of cities as socio-ecological systems helps to identify principles that can guide the designing of neighbourhood landscapes. Part 2 is more application focused, and is centred on neighbourhood landscape design guidelines inspired by the concept of ecosystem services. The guidelines consist of design approaches, practical strategies, design targets and performance monitoring indicators for tracking the performance of neighbourhood landscapes. The book is written for readers in academia and design practice, and anyone who has a role in shaping neighbourhood landscapes for the benefit of urban dwellers.

Ecology of Hierarchical Landscapes

Author : Jiquan Chen
Publisher : Nova Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9781600210471
Total Pages : 344 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (14 download)

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Download or read book Ecology of Hierarchical Landscapes written by Jiquan Chen and published by Nova Publishers. This book was released on 2006 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The idea for this book grew out of: (1) the realisation that development of the theory of landscape ecology has now reached the point where rigorous field work is required to validate models, test assumptions and ideas of scaling theory, and refine our understanding of landscape features and their delineation; (2) the relative scarcity of compilations that have examined the role of field research or interdisciplinary management applications in advancing the science of landscape ecology; and (3) the increasing amount of information coming out of the Chequamegon Integrated Field Project (CIFP) on relevant topics. This book synthesises the experiences and lessons learned from the CIFP project and other relevant landscape studies in an attempt to demonstrate the utility of field studies and emerging technology to the advancement of the science. This book is organised to synthesise and update knowledge on research topics mentioned previously, with an emphasis on ecological consequences (i.e., implications for ecological function) of the approach to and understanding of these topics across levels of the ecological hierarchy.

Landscape mosaics

Author : Council of Europe
Publisher : Council of Europe
ISBN 13 : 9287192243
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (871 download)

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Download or read book Landscape mosaics written by Council of Europe and published by Council of Europe. This book was released on 2022-12-01 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Landscape protection, management and planning entail rights and responsibilities for everyone. The Council of Europe Landscape Convention aims to promote the protection, management and planning of landscapes, and to organise international co-operation in this field. It applies to the entire territory of the contracting parties and covers natural, rural, urban and peri-urban areas. It concerns landscapes considered outstanding, as well as everyday or degraded areas. This publication presents thoughts and proposals for the implementation of the convention and addresses a "mosaic" of key issues related to its future. It forms part of a process of reflection on major themes concerning the living environment.

Simply Sustainable Landscapes

Author : Nate Miller
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780578648576
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (485 download)

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Download or read book Simply Sustainable Landscapes written by Nate Miller and published by . This book was released on 2021-02 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Ecosystem Biogeochemistry

Author : Christopher S. Cronan
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319664441
Total Pages : 205 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (196 download)

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Download or read book Ecosystem Biogeochemistry written by Christopher S. Cronan and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-10-05 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This textbook presents a comprehensive process-oriented approach to biogeochemistry that is intended to appeal to readers who want to go beyond a general exposure to topics in biogeochemistry, and instead are seeking a holistic understanding of the interplay of biotic and environmental drivers in the cycling of elements in forested watersheds. The book is organized around a core set of ecosystem processes and attributes that collectively help to generate the whole-system structure and function of a terrestrial ecosystem. In the first nine chapters, a conceptual framework is developed based on distinct soil, microbial, plant, atmospheric, hydrologic, and geochemical processes that are integrated in the element cycling behavior of watershed ecosystems. With that conceptual foundation in place, students then proceed to the final three chapters where they are challenged to think critically about integrated element cycling patterns; roles for biogeochemical models; the likely impacts of disturbance, stress, and management on watershed biogeochemistry; and linkages among patterns and processes in watersheds experiencing novel environmental changes. Included with the text are figures, tables of comparative data, extensive literature citations, a glossary of terms, an index, and a set of 24 biogeochemical problems with answers. The problems are intended to support chapter concepts and to demonstrate how critical thinking skills, simple algebra, and thoughtful human logic can be used to solve applied problems in biogeochemistry that might be encountered by a research scientist or a resource manager. Using this book as an introduction to biogeochemistry, students will achieve a level of subject mastery and disciplinary perspective that will permit them to see and to interpret the individual components, interactions, and synergies that are represented in the dynamic element cycling patterns of watershed ecosystems.

Spon's External Works and Landscape Price Book 2010

Author : Davis Langdon
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1482285517
Total Pages : 592 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (822 download)

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Download or read book Spon's External Works and Landscape Price Book 2010 written by Davis Langdon and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2009-09-24 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prices this year are all over the place. But what's happening in detail?Now in its 29th edition, Spon's External Works and Landscape Price Book 2010 offers the only comprehensive source of information for detailed external works and landscape costs. All the items to be found in hard and soft landscape contracts are covered, forming an indispensable

Spon's External Works and Landscape Price Book 2013

Author : Davis Langdon
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1466578068
Total Pages : 706 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (665 download)

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Download or read book Spon's External Works and Landscape Price Book 2013 written by Davis Langdon and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2012-09-26 with total page 706 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This year's special focus is on water related issues.Now in its 32nd edition, SPON'S EXTERNAL WORKS AND LANDSCAPE PRICE BOOK 2013 offers the only comprehensive source of information for detailed external works and landscape costs. It covers all the items to be found in hard and soft landscape contracts, and forms an indispensable reference book for

Soils in Archaeological Research

Author : Vance T. Holliday
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0199882088
Total Pages : 538 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (998 download)

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Download or read book Soils in Archaeological Research written by Vance T. Holliday and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2004-08-19 with total page 538 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Soils, invaluable indicators of the nature and history of the physical and human landscape, have strongly influenced the cultural record left to archaeologists. Not only are they primary reservoirs for artifacts, they often encase entire sites. And soil-forming processes in themselves are an important component of site formation, influencing which artifacts, features, and environmental indicators (floral, faunal, and geological) will be destroyed and to what extent and which will be preserved and how well. In this book, Holliday will address each of these issues in terms of fundamentals as well as in field case histories from all over the world. The focus will be on principles of soil geomorphology , soil stratigraphy, and soil chemistry and their applications in archaeological research.

Spon's External Works and Landscape Price Book 2009

Author : Davis Langdon
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1482288605
Total Pages : 510 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (822 download)

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Download or read book Spon's External Works and Landscape Price Book 2009 written by Davis Langdon and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2008-08-29 with total page 510 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in its 28th edition, Spon's External Works and Landscape Price Book 2009 offers the only comprehensive source of information for detailed external works and landscape costs. This year, for the first time, the download includes a versatile and powerful ebook.This edition includes the following new and heavily revised Measured Works items:New Aco

Disease and Discrimination

Author : Dale L. Hutchinson
Publisher : University Press of Florida
ISBN 13 : 0813065100
Total Pages : 253 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (13 download)

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Download or read book Disease and Discrimination written by Dale L. Hutchinson and published by University Press of Florida. This book was released on 2019-03-19 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Choice Outstanding Academic Title Disease and discrimination are processes linked to class in the early American colonies. Many early colonists fell victim to mass sickness as Old and New World systems collided and new social, political, economic, and ecological dynamics allowed disease to spread. Dale Hutchinson argues that most colonists, slaves, servants, and nearby Native Americans suffered significant health risks due to their lower economic and social status. With examples ranging from indentured servitude in the Chesapeake to the housing and sewage systems of New York to the effects of conflict between European powers, Hutchinson posits that poverty and living conditions, more so than microbes, were often at the root of epidemics.

The Living Landscape

Author : Eric Parrish
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1630763977
Total Pages : 34 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (37 download)

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Download or read book The Living Landscape written by Eric Parrish and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2022-10-01 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In recent years environmental scientists have focused on the co-called Critical Zone, where landscapes are treated as integrated systems that encompass bedrock, soils, water and sky and are teeming with life. The concept is intriguing to young minds, exploring the natural world in an integrated way that has not been imparted often in children’s literature. This book discusses how rocks become soil, movers of the Critical Zone such as gophers and other burrowers, how plants provide food and habitats for insects, birds, and animals, how the water cycle functions, the process of photosynthesis, and how humans are part of this vast system. In sum, it explains how all of life can be found in a thin outer layer called the critical zone.