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Conservation Science and Action - William J. Sutherland

Conservation Science and Action

By: William J. Sutherland (Editor)

Paperback | 28 February 1998 | Edition Number 1

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<i>Conservation Science and Action</i> is intended for upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses in conservation biology. This book reviews the latest thinking and approaches, and in doing so provides a readily accessible reference work for conservation professionals and managers. <br><p>Because conservation biology is now one of the most dynamic disciplines in the life sciences, William Sutherland and his international team of authors have selected many of the liveliest topics where key advances are currently being made. They stress ideas, point to unresolved issues, and suggest possible future developments. Finally, since conservation is an applied subject, the book's emphasis throughout is on action. <br><ul><br><li>Essential reading for senior undergraduate and postgraduate students taking courses in conservation biology, one of the most dynamic disciplines in the life sciences. <br><li>Contributions from leading figures in the field who have selected the liveliest topics where key advances are being made. Reviews the latest thinking and approaches. <br><li>Contributors cover a range of taxonomic groups, include aquatic and terrestrial plants and animals, and give examples from around the world. <br><li>Emphasis given to action, and all chapters have an applied component.</li></ul>

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