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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Island Press
ISBN-10
1597266760
ISBN-13
9781597266765
eBay Product ID (ePID)
102869184
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
336 Pages
Publication Name
Temperate and Boreal Rainforests of the World : Ecology and Conservation
Language
English
Subject
Earth Sciences / Meteorology & Climatology, Ecosystems & Habitats / Forests & Rainforests, Plants / Trees, Ecology, Earth Sciences / General
Publication Year
2010
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Nature, Science
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.7 in
Item Weight
22.1 Oz
Item Length
10 in
Item Width
7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
2010-018082
Reviews
While the deforestation of tropical rainforests is seen as a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, the impact of cool-weather rainforests tends to be overlooked when addressing climate change, a panel of scientists said. These ''forgotten'' rainforests store more carbon per acre than tropical rainforests, the scientists said in Washington Wednesday while introducing Temperate and Boreal Rainforests of the World: Ecology and Conservation . [...] ''The great temperate rainforests of many other countries are long gone,'' said Paul Alaback, professor emeritus of Forest Ecology at the University of Montana and one of the book''s co-authors. ''The U.S. has some of the most significant remaining temperate rainforests on federal lands in the world and has the responsibility to move swiftly to protect them.'', [T]his is the first book to examine such forests at the global level and it does a good job...This is a valuable reference volume for forest scientists; educators; professional resource managers; and other stakeholders engaged in study, management, and policy development for temperate and boreal forest regions...it is the definitive reference to temperate rainforests at the global level., ... For any community or college collection focusing on the environment and ecology of forests, Temperate and Boreal Rainforests of the World is an absolute must., The book certainly functions as an excellent reference for conservationists and ecologists around the world interested in the world's temperate and boreal rainforests and could be used as a textbook in university classes...Overall, this is a well-organized, very readable book on the plight of the earth's temperate and boreal rainforests...It offers hope that these forests can be saved, if not in their original form, at least in some modified form...This volume should be of great value to ecologists, conservationists, forest managers, policymakers, academics, students, and concerned citizens., To most people, the term ''rainforest'' conjures up images of places like the Amazon or Congo. But there are rainforests in the world''s temperate and boreal regions, too, and this book provides a unique and valuable overview of the ecology and conservation status of these underappreciated and imperiled forests., [An] excellent book ... suitable either for a general reader interested in conservation issues or for use in undergraduate courses in ecology or resource conservation ... , "[T]his is the first book to examine such forests at the global level and it does a good job...This is a valuable reference volume for forest scientists; educators; professional resource managers; and other stakeholders engaged in study, management, and policy development for temperate and boreal forest regions...it is the definitive reference to temperate rainforests at the global level." , What this book does so well is to describe these precious forests carefully and diligently while not ignoring the threats they face. Often we are confronted with either dull botany or a polemic about deforestation, here we are offered balance and the contributors and publishers are to be congratulated., Temperate and Boreal Rainforests of the World is the first book to bring together leading scientists to describe the ecology and conservation of these lesser-known rainforests in an attempt to place them on par with tropical rainforests in conservation efforts, including those of both the Pacific Coast and inland Northwestern North America, and the Prehumid Boreal and Hemiboreal Forests of Eastern Canada. Written in common language, it offers a global vision rooted in ecological science for all who are concerned about the plight of these remarkable forests., Temperate and Boreal Rainforests of the World is the first book to bring together leading scientists to describe the ecology and conservation of these lesser-known rainforests in an attempt to place them on par with tropical rainforests in conservation efforts, including those of both the Pacific Coast and inland Northwestern North America, and the Prehumid Boreal and Hemiboreal Forests of Eastern Canada. Written in common language, it offers a global vision rooted in ecological science for all who are concerned about the plight of these remarkable forests., The book certainly functions as an excellent reference for conservationists and ecologists around the world interested in the world''s temperate and boreal rainforests and could be used as a textbook in university classes...Overall, this is a well-organized, very readable book on the plight of the earth''s temperate and boreal rainforests...It offers hope that these forests can be saved, if not in their original form, at least in some modified form...This volume should be of great value to ecologists, conservationists, forest managers, policymakers, academics, students, and concerned citizens., Eloquently written, this valuable compedium should be enjoyed and pondered by a diverse audience ranging from students to policy makers., Temperate and Boreal Rainforests of the World is a groundbreaking book, the first comprehensive treatise with contributions from over thirty of the world''s top scientists. It is a well-organized, clearly written account of these unique, rapidly disappearing forests and an inspiring global call to action to protect these forests before they disappear., What this book does so well is to describe these precious forests carefully and diligently while not ignoring the threats they face. Often we are confronted with either dull botany or a polemic about deforestation, here we are offered balance and the contributors and publishers are to be congratulated., Eloquently written, this valuable compedium should be enjoyed and pondered by a diverse audience ranging from students to policy makers...Highly recommended. Upper-division undergraduates and above; general audiences., To most people, the term 'rainforest' conjures up images of places like the Amazon or Congo. But there are rainforests in the world's temperate and boreal regions, too, and this book provides a unique and valuable overview of the ecology and conservation status of these underappreciated and imperiled forests., Temperate and Boreal Rainforests of the World is a groundbreaking book, the first comprehensive treatise with contributions from over thirty of the world's top scientists. It is a well-organized, clearly written account of these unique, rapidly disappearing forests and an inspiring global call to action to protect these forests before they disappear.
Dewey Edition
22
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
577.34
Table Of Content
Foreword \ David SuzukiPreface \ Dominick A. DellaSala Chapter 1. Just What Are Temperate and Boreal Rainforests? \ Dominick A. DellaSala, Paul Alaback, Toby Spribille, and Henrik von Wehrden Chapter 2. Temperate and Boreal Rainforests of the Pacific Coast of North America \ Dominick A. DellaSala, Faisal Moola, Paul Alaback, Paul C. Paquet, John W. Schoen, and Reed Noss Chapter 3. Temperate and Boreal Rainforests of Inland Northwestern North America \ Dominick A. DellaSala, Paul Alaback, Lance Craighead, Trevor Goward, Paul Paquet, and Toby Spribille Chapter 4. Perhumid Boreal and Hemiboreal Forests of Eastern Canada \ Stephen R. Clayden, Robert P. Cameron, and John W. McCarthy Chapter 5. Valdivian Temperate Rainforest of Chile and Argentina \ David Tecklin, Dominick A. DellaSala, Federico Luebert, and Patricio Pliscoff Chapter 6. Temperate and Boreal Rainforest Relicts of Europe \ Dominick A. DellaSala, Paul Alaback, Anton Drescher, Häkon Holien, Toby Spribille, and Katrin Ronnenberg Chapter 7. Temperate Rainforests of Japan \ Yukito Nakamura, Dominick A. DellaSala, and Paul Alaback Chapter 8. Temperate Rainforests of Australasia \ Jamie B. Kirkpatrick and Dominick A. DellaSala Chapter 9. Rainforests at the Margins: Regional Profiles \ Dominick A. DellaSala-Regional Profile: Colchic and Hyrcanic Temperate Rainforests of the Western Eurasian Caucasus \ George Nakhutsrishvili, Nugzar Zazanashvili, and Ketevan Batsatsashvili- Regional Profile: Humidity-Dependent Forests of the Russian Far East, Inland Southern Siberia, and Eastern Side of the Korean Peninsula \ Pavel V. Krestov, Dina I. Nazimova, Nikolai V. Stepanov, and Dominick A. DellaSala- Regional Profile: Knysna-Tsitsikamma Temperate Rainforests of South Africa \ Paul E. Hosten and Jeannine M. Rossa Chapter 10. Crosscutting Issues and Conservation Strategies \ Dominick A. DellaSala, Paul Alaback, Lance Craighead, Trevor Goward, Holien Häkon, Jamie Kirkpatrick, Pavel Krestov, Faisal Moola, Yukito Nakamura, Richard S. Nauman, Reed F. Noss, Paul Paquet, Katrin Ronneberg, Toby Spribille, David Tecklin, and Henrik von Wehrden Chapter 11. A Global Strategy for Rainforests in the Era of Climate Change \ John Fitzgerald, Dominick A. DellaSala, Jeff McNeely, and Ed Grumbine Contributors Index
Synopsis
While tropical rainforests have received much conservation attention and support for their protection, temperate and boreal rainforests have been largely overlooked. Yet these ecosystems are also unique, supporting rainforest communities rich in plants and wildlife and containing some of the most massive trees on Earth. Temperate and Boreal Rainforests of the World brings together leading scientists from around the world to describe the ecology and conservation of these lesser-known rainforests in an attempt to place them on par with tropical rainforests in conservation efforts. The book summarizes major scientific findings presents new computer models that were used to standardize rainforest definitions identifies regions previously not widely recognized as rainforest provides the latest estimates on rainforest extent and degree of protection explores conservation strategies The book ends with a summary of the key ecological findings and outlines an ambitious vision of how we can conserve and manage the planet's remaining temperate and boreal rainforests in a truly ecological way that is better for nature, the climate, and ultimately our own welfare. Temperate and Boreal Rainforests of the World is a call to action for an accord to protect the world's rainforests. It offers a global vision rooted in ecological science but written in common language useful for governments, decision makers, and conservation groups concerned about the plight of these remarkable forests., While tropical rainforests have received much conservation attention and support for their protection, temperate and boreal rainforests have been largely overlooked. Yet these ecosystems are also unique, supporting rainforest communities rich in plants and wildlife and containing some of the most massive trees on ......
LC Classification Number
QH541.5.R27T46 2011
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