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Climate Change and Biodiversity

Climate Change and Biodiversity

Paperback (11 Jul 2006)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Leading researchers discuss what is now known about the effects of climate change on the natural world. They examine recent trends in and projections about climate change; ways that particular organisms are responding to climate change; conservation challenges, including social and policy issues; and more.

"This book will be a milestone in the emerging discipline of climate change biology. No issue is more important for the global environment; the impressive line-up of experts here gives it definitive coverage."-Edward O. Wilson, Harvard University

"A well-written treatise on the past, present, and future effects of climate change on plant and animal biodiversity. . . . It is destined to become a classic."-Choice

About the Publisher

Yale University Press

By publishing serious works that contribute to a global understanding of human affairs, Yale University Press aids in the discovery and dissemination of light and truth, lux et veritas, which is a central purpose of Yale University. The publications of the Press are books and other materials that further scholarly investigation, advance interdisciplinary inquiry, stimulate public debate, educate both within and outside the classroom, and enhance cultural life. In its commitment to increasing the range and vigor of intellectual pursuits within the university and elsewhere, Yale University Press continually extends its horizons to embody university publishing at its best.

Book information

ISBN: 9780300119800
Publisher: Yale University Press
Imprint: Yale University Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 577.22
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 440
Weight: 894g
Height: 252mm
Width: 178mm
Spine width: 25mm