World Atlas of Desertification - Second Edition - Hardcover

Thomas, David; Middleton, Nicholas

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0340691662 ISBN 13: 9780340691663

Publisher: Routledge, 1997

Synopsis

This text aims to summarize the state of scientific knowledge on the drylands of the globe. It explores the current stage of understanding of desertification as well as its extent and possible solutions. The book argues that desertification is one of the world's most pressing environmental problems and that it is a global issue which is accelerating. This edition has been revised and expanded to include updated computer images of desertification, as well as fuller descriptions and explanations of the issues concerned. Using detailed data of the physical and chemical status of soil degradation provided by the Global Assessment of Soil Degradation, the book is fully referenced and covers topics including: desertification and global warming; monitoring on the ground and by remote sensing; vegetation and degradation; local action; cultural factors; financial issues; land reclaimations; the political economy and desertification; and desertification and refugees.

About this title

Review

This handsome reference work on desertification impresses by its size, lavish illustrations, clear maps and numerous charts. -- South African Journal of International Affairs

Edition details

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0340691662
• ISBN 13: 9780340691663
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 192