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Cambridge Studies in Ecology Ser.: Ecology of Fire by Robert J. Whelan (1995, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherCambridge University Press
ISBN-10052133814X
ISBN-139780521338141
eBay Product ID (ePID)14038289244
Product Key Features
Number of Pages360 Pages
Publication NameEcology of Fire
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1995
SubjectEcology, Fire Science
TypeTextbook
AuthorRobert J. Whelan
Subject AreaNature, Technology & Engineering
SeriesCambridge Studies in Ecology Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.8 in
Item Weight17.3 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN94-034787
Dewey Edition20
Reviews'The book provides a thorough analysis of the ecology of fire, illustrating principles from a wide range of fire-affected habitats.' Peter D. Moore, Nature, '... something for the larger library to have on its shelf ... each chapter ends ... with a list of interesting areas to explore from the topics covered ... There is an extensive bibliography'. Myles Ripley, Biologist, "...I would give this book a rating of excellent...The book succeeds in reviewing a complex topic and conveying that complexity in a readable way." Ecoscience, 'Each of the main chapters includes a listing of outstanding questions that identify gaps in current knowledge.' Forestry Abstracts, ‘The book provides a thorough analysis of the ecology of fire, illustrating principles from a wide range of fire-affected habitats.’Peter D. Moore, Nature, ‘… something for the larger library to have on its shelf … each chapter ends … with a list of interesting areas to explore from the topics covered … There is an extensive bibliography’. Myles Ripley, Biologist, "This is a highly readable book that provides an excellent introduction to ecology of plants and animals in relation to fire, and will, hopefully, stimulate interest in interdisciplinary experimental fire research." Forest Science, "The book provides a thorough analysis of the ecology of fire, illustrating principles from a wide range of fire-affected habitats..." Peter D. Moore, Nature, "This book aims to summarize and critique the state of research in fire ecology, world-wide. It succeeds surprisingly well for so small a book and so large a goal...well organized and written clearly...it surveys current thought in the field, presenting not only what is already known but also what seems possible to learn. The book's saturation with data makes it an excellent text for courses in fire ecology." Jane Kapler Smith, Ecology, ‘Each of the main chapters includes a listing of outstanding questions that identify gaps in current knowledge.’Forestry Abstracts, "An exciting aspect of Whelan's book is that one can read about the responses of plants and animals to grassland, shrubland, and forest fires from different regions worldwide in the same chapter...A variety of readers will find this book highly relevant and valuable. In particular, those embarking on research in fire ecology will find much useful advice...many will appreciate the comparison of fire in different systems." Kathleen Doyle, Natural Areas Journal, "RThe Ecology of Fire goes a long way toward establishing a firm scientific base for the development of future fire ecology." William J. Platt, American Scientist, 'At whatever level one approaches the book this is a well-written and fascinating account.' British Ecological Society TEG News, ‘At whatever level one approaches the book this is a well-written and fascinating account.’ British Ecological Society TEG News, "It is well written and authoritative, with good illustrations...The book will appeal to a broad spectruem of students, professional natural resource managers, plant and animal ecologists, and researchers. Strongly recommended." M.J. Zwolinski, Choice
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Dewey Decimal574.5/264
Table Of ContentAcknowledgements; 1. Fire ecology - an introduction; 2. Fire - the phenomenon; 3. Survival of individual organisms; 4. Approaches to population studies; 5. Plant populations; 6. Animal populations; 7. Community responses to fire; 8. Fire and management; References; Index.
SynopsisWildfires kill many animals, but are populations of animals affected? How do animals survive the passage of fire? Why do some tree species survive and others die in a fire? Do frequent fires cause changes in plant community composition? Answering questions such as these requires an understanding of the ecological effects of fire. Aimed at senior undergraduate students, researchers, foresters and other land managers, Dr Whelan's book examines the changes wrought by fires with reference to general ecological theory. The impacts of fires on individual organisms, populations and communities are examined separately, and emphasis is placed on the importance of fire regime. Each chapter includes a listing of 'outstanding questions' that identify gaps in current knowledge. The book finishes by summarising the major aspects of ecology that are of particular relevance to management of fires - both protection against wildfires and deliberate use of fire., Using general ecological principles, The Ecology of Fire examines the ecological effects of wildfires and fires used in land management. Examples are drawn from many ecosystems on several continents. The book is aimed at all those concerned with the effects of natural and prescribed fires on the biota., How wildfires affect animal and plant populations is a complex ecological issue. Robert Whelan examines fire as an ecological agent and discusses how populations of organisms are affected by its passage. Drawing examples from several continents, the author studies the impact of fires on individual organisms, populations, and communities. He looks at the effects on ecological processes such as predator-prey, and plant-herbivore interactions, and summarizes the major aspects of ecology that are of particular importance to fire control--both protection against wildfires and fire as a management tool. This book is unique in its emphasis on general ecological principles rather than regional treatment, and it will be of interest to ecologists, foresters, and other land managers.
LC Classification NumberQH545.F5 W48 1995
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