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* The only authoritative assessment of the past, present, and future of the environment and development of the Mediterranean basin and its 22 countries and territories, with research backed by the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), the EU, and national governments * Information compiled by 3... More

Embracing the full scope of the Climatic Research Unit, this book provides extensive data and excellent overviews of the past, present and potential future climates of the British Isles.Embracing the full scope of the Climatic Research Unit, this book provides extensive data and excellent overviews ... More

Abeyratne, a lawyer and senior professional with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Montreal, Canada, discusses the many factors affecting the safety of civil aviation and analyzes the regulatory process which has been set in motion by ICAO and regional civil aviation bodies to en... More

Part of the Lonely Planet On A Shoestring Series. The original and longest running travel guide to Southeast Asia, written for backpackers by backpackers with extensive regional knowledge. Covers Brunei, Cambodia, East Timor, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and V... More

The debate on conserving natural environment and people's livelihoods is a long lasting. There are sometimes seen mutually exclusive choices in the environment versus development. Yet countries need both infrastructure development and environment safeguards. To reconcile these two needs, new paradig... More

In The Last 100 Years, Mankind Has Managed To Destroy Much Of What It Took Nature Millions Of Years To Create. At No Point In History Has So Much Damage Been Done To Our Natural Heritage In Such Short A Time.... More

"The present book entitled "Environment and Development" comprises 29 articles pertaining to this discipline. This book is basically a proceeding of the 16 All India Congress of Zoology" held from 21-23 October 2005 at Dr. Babasahed Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad (M.S.). We are grateful ... More

Treat yourself to a slice of heaven – tuck into Tongas turquoise lagoons, vibrant coral reefs, deserted beaches and tropical rainforest. From kava to lava, this indispensable guide reveals the secrets of this South Pacific gem. 20 easy-to-read maps experiences to remember, from traditional feasts ... More

A vivid description of one of the most ambitious scientific projects undertaken in the 19th century, and the men who undertook the measurement of the Himalayas and the mapping of the Indian subcontinent: William Lambton and George Everest. The graphic story of the measurement of a meridian, or lon... More

In this compelling critique of the security measures taken after September 11, aviation security exxpert Andrew Thomas considers the proposed solutions to the vulnerability of airlines in terms of practicality, cost, and effectiveness, and outlines a better strategic approach for government and the ... More

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This is the riveting story of the first successful ascent of Mount Everest in 1953, of the early failed attempts that made it possible, and of the successful expeditions that followed. Led by John Hunt, the first expedition team included George Band, the author of this inspiring account. Published i... More

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