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1978172055Perhaps Kuwait: United Nations Environment Programme 1978. First and sole edition untraced in Middle Eastern libraries of this plan enshrining environmental protection as a priority for future development along the Arabian coast. The regional conference highlighted the dangers posed by oil spills and committed to pollution-control measures for future projects. Participants included delegates from Bahrain Iran Iraq Kuwait Oman Qatar Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Attendees also agreed on a regional trust fund funded in different proportions by eight governments including the UAE and Saudi Arabia to finance initiatives. In the United Kingdom copies can be found at the universities of Oxford Durham and Southampton. We have also located three each in the US and Canada two in Germany two in Switzerland and one each in Austria and Sweden. Octavo. Original pale blue wrappers wire-stitched as issued front cover lettered in black. Light peripheral toning to covers small rust mark at top corner of front cover back cover slightly creased: a very good copy. unknown
1980233991980. CoEvolution Quarterly magazines 16 issues spanning 1980 to 1984 document the Whole Earth network as it moved from Catalog era tool culture into sustained argument over ecology social theory technology gender religion global politics and emerging information systems. The issues carry Ivan Illich's "Vernacular Gender" "Silence is a Commons" and essays on "Vernacular Values" Murray Bookchin's "The Concept of Social Ecology" and other subjects including "Nuclear Power: The Dangers of Normal Pollution" "How Not to Commit Suicide" "Ways of Native American Running" "White America is Predominantly a Viking Culture" "Force without Firepower" "Politics & Religion" "Silence is a Commons" "Crime and Capitalism in China." The magazine grew out of Stewart Brand's Whole Earth print culture where tools ecological systems small scale technologies reader exchange and resource reviews formed a working intellectual network rather than a conventional literary quarterly. These issues preserve Whole Earth publishing at the point where back to the land practice bioregional thought social ecology feminist debate religious critique international political reporting nuclear politics all occupied the same editorial field.<br /> <br /> Brand Stewart Jay Kinney Art Kleiner and Whole Earth staff eds. CoEvolution Quarterly. Sausalito California: Whole Earth Catalog 1980 to 1984. Group of 16 issues Nos. 25 26 28 to 35 and 37 to 42 in original pictorial wrappers. The group consists of quarterly magazine issues with illustrated covers essays reviews and letters. Several issues retain mailing labels or retail stickers preserving evidence of subscription and newsstand circulation outside later library binding.<br /> <br /> 1 CoEvolution Quarterly. No. 25. Spring 1980.<br /> 2 CoEvolution Quarterly. No. 26. Summer 1980.<br /> 3 CoEvolution Quarterly. No. 28. Winter 1980.<br /> 4 CoEvolution Quarterly. No. 29. Spring 1981.<br /> 5 CoEvolution Quarterly. No. 30. Summer 1981.<br /> 6 CoEvolution Quarterly. No. 31. Fall 1981.<br /> 7 CoEvolution Quarterly. No. 32. Winter 1981.<br /> 8 CoEvolution Quarterly. No. 33. Spring 1982.<br /> 9 CoEvolution Quarterly. No. 34. Summer 1982.<br /> 10 CoEvolution Quarterly. No. 35. Fall 1982.<br /> 11 CoEvolution Quarterly. No. 37. Spring 1983.<br /> 12 CoEvolution Quarterly. No. 38. Summer 1983.<br /> 13 CoEvolution Quarterly. No. 39. Fall 1983.<br /> 14 CoEvolution Quarterly. No. 40. Winter 1983.<br /> 15 CoEvolution Quarterly. No. 41. Spring 1984.<br /> 16 CoEvolution Quarterly. No. 42. Summer 1984.<br /> <br /> This archive documents how 1980s alternative press discussed environmentalism systems theory feminist argument anti nuclear politics Indigenous knowledge and emerging information culture were recorded expressed and debated. Original pictorial wrappers with handling wear creasing rubbing scattered soiling mailing labels price stickers and edge wear; interiors generally complete and legible from the supplied material. Overall good condition. unknown
1955231001955. Environmentalism Ecology Wisconsin Environmental education pamphlet archive documenting the development of public-facing environmental instruction in the United States 1950s-70s as universities translated emerging ecological science into accessible guidance for everyday behavior. Produced primarily by the University of Wisconsin Extension these materials align with the period immediately following the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency and the passage of early federal environmental legislation when pollution control conservation and ecological awareness became institutional priorities. The archive provides direct evidence of how environmentalism was communicated to the general public through simplified language diagrams and behavioral directives supporting research into the dissemination of environmental knowledge public policy outreach and the educational strategies of land-grant universities.<br /> <br /> 1 National Association of Manufacturers. Native Land. New York: National Association of Manufacturers 1955. Staplebound. 46 pages. Illustrated overview of American land use industry and natural resources presenting a mid-century industrial perspective on conservation and land stewardship prior to the modern environmental movement.<br /> 2 Porter Warren. Solid Waste and You. Madison WI: University of Wisconsin Extension May 1971. 5 page fold-out. Instructional pamphlet addressing waste disposal practices landfill use and community responsibility with emphasis on individual participation in reducing environmental harm. <br /> 3 Peterson James and Born Stephen. Water Pollution and You. Madison WI: University of Wisconsin Extension December 1971. 5 page fold-out. Illustrated explanation of water systems contamination sources and pollution pathways including diagrams of the water cycle and runoff. <br /> 4 Baxa Donald. Noise Pollution and You. Madison WI: University of Wisconsin Extension February 1972. 5 page fold-out. Pamphlet examining noise as an environmental hazard outlining health effects and regulatory concerns alongside individual mitigation strategies. <br /> 5 Fisher E.H. Pesticides and You. Madison WI: University of Wisconsin Extension April 1972. 5 page fold-out. Visual and textual guide to chemical pesticide use environmental impact and potential risks to ecosystems and human health.<br /> 6 Ecology and You. Madison WI: University of Wisconsin Extension April 1972. Staplebound. 20 pages. Comprehensive introductory text synthesizing ecological principles with practical recommendations for conservation and environmental responsibility. <br /> <br /> Together these materials trace a shift from mid-century industrial conservation rhetoric to the participatory environmentalism of the early 1970s when ecological responsibility was increasingly framed as both a scientific issue and a matter of everyday conduct. The University of Wisconsin Extension publications in particular demonstrate how academic institutions operationalized environmental education through standardized visually engaging pamphlets designed for mass distribution. Light edge wear and minor toning; overall in very good condition. This archive illustrates the early years of the environmentalist movement and the role of higher education systems in shaping environmental awareness during the formative years of modern environmental regulation. unknown
198423080093Parliment of Victoria 1984. Advance Copy. Softcover. Good ex-library. Softcover. 292 pages. PUBLISHING DETAILS: Parliment of Victoria 1984. Advance Copy. CONDITION: This book is in good ex-library condition. More specifically: Ex-library with usual marks stamps stickers. Covers have light creasing and slight soiling. Edges of covers have superficial wear. Spine is uncreased. . Pages are lightly tanned. Minor water damage to covers and text. Small tear in bottom edge of front cover. ABOUT THIS BOOK: This copy of the report is prior to the official publication. It comes complete with the two consultants study reports three discussion papers and a strategic study. These are: 1. Causes Extent and Effects of Salinity in Victoria by ACIL Australia ; 2. The Application of Salinity Control Techniques in Victoria by Gutteridge Haskins and Davey ; 3. Inter-Governmental Co-operation in Salinity Control by Professor Sandford D. Clark ; 4. Financing Salinity Control in Victoria by Michael Read & Associates ; 5. The Organisation and Management of Salinity Control in Victoria by M. Mackay & Associates ; 6. Salinity Control in Northern Victoria by Dwyer Leslie Pty Ltd. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Engineering Industry Trades; Environment & Ecology. Inventory No: 23080093. Parliment of Victoria paperback
1980ZB394289New York State College of Human Ecology. 1980-1997. volumes 11-12; 14-18; 23-25. 1980-1997. partly bound library markings textually clean & tight PRICE IS FOR THE LOT. - If you are reading this this item is actually physically in our stock and ready for shipment once ordered. We are not bookjackers. Buyer is responsible for any additional duties taxes or fees required by recipient's country. Photos available upon request. New York State College of Human Ecology. unknown
1969039112USA: Sierra Club 1969. Book. Fine. Hardcover. First hardback/illustrated edition March 1969. Pp. 191; b/w illustrations. Dust jacket very good lightly rubbed to edges very slightly marked not price-clipped now protected in a clear removeable archival sleeve. Hardback binding fine contents clean and tight previous owner's neat name to the front end paper. A very good to fine copy of the rare hardback edition. . Sierra Club Hardcover
19832091202133101296Kyoritsu shuppan 1983. Soft Cover. Fine. Volume: 1 Kyoritsu shuppan paperback
1997035797London: Chapman and Hall 1997. Book. Near Fine. Laminated Boards. Inscribed By the Author. First Edition. 8vo. A fine association copy with an inscription from the author Peter Maitland to John Mitchell New Naturalist author. 233 pages; b/w illustrations. Original laminated boards fine. Contents clean and tight a few spots to fore-edges inscription from the author on the front free endpaper from the library of John Mitchell and plate tipped into the pastedown. A near fine copy. Chapman and Hall Hardcover
1984Cambridge-9780521269063Cambridge University Press 1984. PAPERBACK. New. Cambridge University Press paperback
1984Cambridge-9780521269063Cambridge University Press 1984. PAPERBACK. New. Cambridge University Press paperback
1992__0309045983National Academies Press 1992. Paperback. New. 162 pages. 10.80x8.30x0.50 inches. National Academies Press paperback
1965726169PN. New. 1965. Soft Cover. Date is original print. This is a reprint edition. . PN paperback
19772091202133106280Shinshu Bird Ecology Research Group 1st Siberian Study Team 1977. Soft Cover. Fine. Volume: 1 Shinshu Bird Ecology Research Group 1st Siberian Study Team paperback
198223080146Pergamon Press UK 1982. First Edition. Hardcover Printed Boards. Good ex-library. Hardcover Printed Boards. 531 pages. PUBLISHING DETAILS: Pergamon Press UK 1982. First Edition. CONDITION: This book is in good ex-library condition. More specifically: Boards have no wear rubbing or soiling. Pages are clean and unmarked and in excellent condition except for the second half of volume 3 has water damage and a bumped bottom edge of front cover. ABOUT THIS BOOK: Book is primarily used for routine use in relation to process control and surveillance programs but can be used for research and training. Biological bacteriological and Virologiical examination. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Environment & Ecology; Science & Technology. ISBN: 0080252559. ISBN/EAN: 9780080252551. Inventory No: 23080146. 9780080252551 Pergamon Press hardcover
19682111902156000522Japan Mushroom Club 1968. Soft Cover. Fine. The book is in fine condition. Japan Mushroom Club paperback
197824090065Thomas Nelson Australia 1978. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. Inscribed and Signed by Author. Hardcover. One volume of the 2-volume set. Inscribed and Signed by Author. PUBLISHING DETAILS: Thomas Nelson Australia 1978. First Edition. CONDITION: The book itself is in very good condition and comes in very good dust jacket. More specifically: Edges of boards have moderate wear. Dust jacket has light creasing. Edges of dust jacket have superficial wear. Dust jacket is unclipped. Dust jacket is protected in clear plastic sleeve. Edges of pages are reasonably browned. ABOUT THIS BOOK: Packed full of hundreds of beautiful colour illustrations of the leaves flowers .etc of the various types of eucalyptus trees. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Environment & Ecology; Australia; Natural History & Resources. ISBN: 0170051803. ISBN/EAN: 9780170051804. Inventory No: 24090065. 9780170051804 Thomas Nelson hardcover
1965250093Museum Press Limited 1965. 1st. Hardback. Very Good/Very Good. David Cobb. Signed. Signed first edition hardback 1965 with unclipped jacket. In overall very good used condition with only minor signs of age handling and storage - dust jacket slightly tanned to spine now protected; boards clean and crisp. Binding tight and appears little read. Internally clean no annotation or inscriptions - signed by the author to front endpaper; toning to page-ends but text and illustrations bright and clear throughout. Photographs available. Not an old library book. Museum Press Limited hardcover
1954704266PN. New. 1954. Soft Cover. Date is original print. This is a reprint edition. . PN paperback
1998S5972<p>Larnaca: Self-publication 1998. Brand new. Bilingual Greek - English. Soft cover 28 cm 256 pp. ill.; net weight 880 gr. ISBN: 9963836801.</p><p>.</p><p>.</p><p>==================================================================</p><p><b>IMPORTANT : The shipping cost in not included in the price. You will have to approve it after the confirmation of the order.</b></p> Self-publication paperback
19782081402109801557Shinshu Bird Ecology Research Group 1978. Soft Cover. Fine. Number of books: 1 book Shinshu Bird Ecology Research Group paperback
197523080163Graham & Trotman UK 1975. First Edition. Hardcover. Good ex-library/Very Good. Hardcover. 234 pages. PUBLISHING DETAILS: Graham & Trotman UK 1975. First Edition. CONDITION: The book itself is in good ex-library condition and comes in very good dust jacket. More specifically: Text and spine/cover marked with Library stamps in all other respects in very good condition throughout. Edges of boards have superficial wear. Spine has slight fading. Edges of dust jacket have light bumping. Dust jacket is unclipped. ABOUT THIS BOOK: Energy will be a most important topic in the 1980s. The speed with which a dozen or more trends will develop will be critical. Most of these trends are interdependent and interacting and include: - the degree of constraint on oil and gas supplies exercised by the producers whether inside or outside the OPEC as they each attempt to match produc tion to their own energy needs and the funding of their own economic growth from exports - the depth of the appreciation by industrialized countries that energy supplies will be tight and fossil fuels will be very expensive at least until the end of the century - the actions taken by those countries to ameliorate this situation in exploration for new oil and gas sources in exploitation effort for new coal supplies in acceptance of the need for expansion of nuclear energy supplies - the balancing of energy supply and demand in centrally-planned economies - the rate of development within developing countries including China - the development and adoption of unconventional energy sources - the adaptation of the world financial system to new situations. These examples highlight some of the continuing problems in the energy field. These problems will be discussed in all sorts of meetings of all sorts of people in all sorts of places and through all forms of the communication media. Other trends will materialize and take the centre of the stage often only for a short time. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Environment & Ecology; Science & Technology. ISBN: 0860100154. ISBN/EAN: 9780860100157. Inventory No: 23080163. 9780860100157 Graham & Trotman hardcover
19961811626Urban Econogy Inc. Very Good. 1996. Clean & Tight Contents. Soft Cover. K106 spiral bound soft cover . Urban Econogy, Inc. paperback
199856489Athens: Hermes 1998. Brand new. Bilingual greek-english illustrated edition. Soft cover 35x25 cm 222 pp. Hermes paperback
19822090502113712937Not Available 1982. Soft Cover. Fine. The book is in fine condition. Not Available paperback
199816528<p>Vancouver BC: Greystone Books / Douglas McIntyre 1998. <i><b>Signed on the half-title page by the author additionally inscribed: For Roger and Penny with my best wishes on Christmas 1998 as always Wade</b></i>. First edition / First printing. Black paper-covered boards. Very fine in about fine dust jacket.</p> Greystone Books / Douglas McIntyre, hardcover