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Author
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"In this turbulent time for American's natural and cultural heritage, we need a clear and compelling guide for the future of conservation in America: a declaration to inspire the next generation of conservation leaders. This is that guide- what the authors describe as "a chart for rough water." Written by the first scientist appointed as science advisor to the director of the National Park Service, this is a candid, passionate, and ultimately hopeful...
Publisher
University of California Press
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
"The Atlas of Global Conservation is a premier resource for everyone concerned about the natural world. Top scientists at The Nature Conservancy have joined forces to create this guide to the state of the planet today. With over 80 full-color maps and other graphics contextualized with clear, informative discussion, this book offers an unprecedented view of trends across the world's terrestrial, marine, and freshwater environments. Interspersed throughout,...
Author
Publisher
Hill and Wang
Pub. Date
2011.
Language
English
Description
You are one of seven billion people on Earth. Whatever you or I do personally-eat tofu in a Hummer or hamburgers in a Prius-the planet doesn't notice. In our confrontation with climate change, species preservation, and a planet going off the cliff, it is what several billion people do that makes a difference. The solution? It isn't science, politics, or activism. It's smarter economics.
The hope of mankind, and indeed of every living thing on the...
37) The Lorax
Publisher
Universal Studios Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
In a place where the brown Bar-ba-loots frisk and the Humming-Fish splash around, you will find the Lorax. The Lorax speaks of the trees, which the Once-ler is chopping down as fast as he pleases. Will the Once-ler change his destructive ways and heed the wise warnings of the Lorax? Includes an all-new featurette and two special features: Pontoffel Pock & His Magical Piano and Butter Battle Book.
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
A beautifully simple book for small children where transforming pages reveal ten things that everyone can do to help conserve their world. Many of them, such as turning off the television, and turning off lights when leaving a room are about conserving energy. Others will encourage an understanding of nature and conservation.
