[PDF] The World Atlas Of Deserts And Drylands eBook

Author : David Thomas
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 26,71 MB
Release : 2024-11-12
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0691251983

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A richly illustrated atlas of the world’s deserts and drylands, their ecosystems, and their environments Deserts and drylands account for more than 40 percent of land on our planet. Characterized by a lack of water and extreme temperatures, they are the result of atmospheric stability, large landmass characteristics, rain shadows, and cold ocean currents. They appear harsh and hostile, but deserts and drylands are also exceptionally beautiful environments. Desert ecosystems often teem with diverse forms of life that exhibit astonishing ingenuity in the face of such forbidding conditions. The World Atlas of Deserts and Drylands takes readers on a guided tour of some of the most awe-inspiring desert environments on Earth, explaining their environmental and ecological dynamics and describing the techniques used to categorize and map them. From the ever-expanding Gobi of Mongolia and China to the ancient Namib of coastal Africa, this is the ultimate reference book for deserts. Features a wealth of color photos, maps, and infographics Describes the resilient and complex biodiversity of the world’s desert and dryland terrains Covers subtropical deserts, continental deserts, rain shadow deserts, and ocean margin deserts Addresses the challenges posed by global warming and human activity, and discusses solutions and opportunities Written by a team of leading experts

Author : David Thomas
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 35,22 MB
Release : 2024-10-22
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0691251975

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A richly illustrated atlas of the world’s deserts and drylands, their ecosystems, and their environments Deserts and drylands account for more than 40 percent of land on our planet. Characterized by a lack of water and extreme temperatures, they are the result of atmospheric stability, large landmass characteristics, rain shadows, and cold ocean currents. They appear harsh and hostile, but deserts and drylands are also exceptionally beautiful environments. Desert ecosystems often teem with diverse forms of life that exhibit astonishing ingenuity in the face of such forbidding conditions. The World Atlas of Deserts and Drylands takes readers on a guided tour of some of the most awe-inspiring desert environments on Earth, explaining their environmental and ecological dynamics and describing the techniques used to categorize and map them. From the ever-expanding Gobi of Mongolia and China to the ancient Namib of coastal Africa, this is the ultimate reference book for deserts. Features a wealth of color photos, maps, and infographics Describes the resilient and complex biodiversity of the world’s desert and dryland terrains Covers subtropical deserts, continental deserts, rain shadow deserts, and ocean margin deserts Addresses the challenges posed by global warming and human activity, and discusses solutions and opportunities Written by a team of leading experts

Author : Nathaniel Harris
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 359 pages
File Size : 42,66 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1579583105

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First Published in 2004. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Author : United Nations Environment Programme
Publisher : Hodder Arnold
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 13,12 MB
Release : 1997
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780340691663

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The World Atlas of Desertification summarises the state of scientific knowledge on the drylands of the globe. Representing in graphic form the current stage of our understanding of desertification, as well as its extent and possible solutions, it contains an extraordinary amount of information of value to students and experts alike. The Atlas clearly shows that desertification is one of the world's most pressing environmental problems, and that it is a truly global issue. Since the publication of the first edition in 1992, over 100 countries have ratified the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification. This 2nd edition reflects major advances in our understanding of desertification over the past few years and has been thoroughly revised and expanded to almost twice its original size. Because combating desertification involves all aspects of environmental issues, this edition covers a broader range of topics, including concerns surrounding poverty, biodiversity, climate change and the availability of water. Social and economic conditions also have a major impact on the progress and control of desertification and this edition contains the latest information on population movements which result from, and lead to desertification. Desertification directly affects the livelihoods of more than one billion people who are directly dependent on the land for their survival. Using the latest updated digitised maps of desertification and fully referenced throughout, this Atlas is essential reading for everyone concerned with the drylands and their people.

Author : Daniela A. Ottmann
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 141 pages
File Size : 30,29 MB
Release : 2022-02-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 3030954560

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This book examines prospective climate adaptive building materials in desert and drylands in the context of climate change, desertification, urbanisation demands, and the consequent sustainable urban development challenges. This preliminary collection of ecological materials covers the characterisation of biotic and abiotic resources for materials, their specifications and benefits for adequate bio-climatic design and construction. Particular emphasis is given to ecological composite materials for advances in desert architecture. Based on the initial collection, the book culminates with potentials for new ecological building materials. The "eComposite Combinator" matrix offers potential research recipes and encourages the reader to conduct further climate-matters related research.

Author : Rand McNally and Company
Publisher :
Page : 92 pages
File Size : 14,21 MB
Release : 1991
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780528834554

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Presents maps showing the world's terrain, climate, major economic activities, and populations.

Author : Nathaniel Harris
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 359 pages
File Size : 24,69 MB
Release : 2004-03-01
Category : Reference
ISBN : 1135456135

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The Atlas of the World's Deserts examines the hostile and extreme environments that characterize deserts, and is divided into chapters that concentrate on specific aspects of a desert's geology, life forms, history, and future. For more information including sample pages, visit the Atlas of the World's Deserts web site. Also includes 160 color maps and photos.

Author : Andrew Goudie
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 1513 pages
File Size : 15,9 MB
Release : 2008-11-21
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0190295910

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The Oxford Companion to Global Change is an up-to-date, comprehensive, interdisciplinary guide to the range of issues surrounding natural and human-induced changes in the Earth's environment. In one convenient volume, the Companion brings together current knowledge about the relations between technological, social, demographic, economic, and political factors as well as biological, chemical, and physical systems. It is an essential reference work for students, teachers, researchers, and other professionals seeking to understand any aspect of global change.

Author : Hammond World Atlas Corporation
Publisher :
Page : 102 pages
File Size : 24,66 MB
Release : 2000-03
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9780843713794

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The Hammond New Comparative World Atlas is a completely up-to-date, computer-generated atlas, designed for students, families, or anyone interested in global issues. Thematic maps, charts, graphics, and photos help readers gain a better understanding of the world's natural and political balances and concerns.

Author : Rand McNally
Publisher :
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 34,10 MB
Release : 1989
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9780528833489

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Presents maps showing the world's terrain, climate, major economic activities, and populations.