Ecological Restoration, Second Edition: Principles, Values, and Structure of an Emerging Profession (2) (Science Practice Ecological Restoration)

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Synopsis
Ecological restoration is a rapidly growing discipline that encompasses a wide range of activities and brings together practitioners and theoreticians from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, ranging from volunteer backyard restorationists to highly trained academic scientists and professional consultants. This book offers a comprehensive and coherent account of the field for everyone who initiates, finances, designs, administers, issues government permits for, manages, and implements ecological restoration projects, and all those who serve in supportive roles. Originally published in 2007, this revised and reorganized edition brings the book up to date with new developments and current trends in the field. In a lively, personal fashion, the authors discuss scientific and practical aspects of the field as well as the human needs and values that motivate practitioners. The book *identifies fundamental concepts upon which restoration is based *considers the principles of restoration practice *explores the diverse values that are fulfilled with the restoration of ecosystems *reviews the structure of restoration practice, including the various contexts for restoration work, the professional development of its practitioners, and the relationships of restoration with allied fields and activities The book also includes case studies and Virtual Field Trips around the world that illustrate points made in the book with on-the-ground information from those who were intimately involved with the projects described. Throughout, ecological restoration is conceived as a holistic endeavor, one that addresses issues of ecological degradation, biodiversity loss, personal engagement, and sustainability science simultaneously, and draws upon cultural resources and local skills and knowledge in restoration work.
Copyright:
2013

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
275 Pages
ISBN-13:
9781597263238
Related ISBNs:
9781610911689
Publisher:
Island Press
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Andre F. Clewell and James Aronson
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Nonfiction, Science
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Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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