Global Climate Change and Life on Earth - Richard L. Wyman

Global Climate Change and Life on Earth

By: Richard L. Wyman (Editor)

Paperback | 31 August 1991

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"Global Climate Change and Life on Earth" focuses on the greenhouse effect and its relation to such crucial issues as deforestation, overpopulation and hunger, pollution, sea level changes, and the loss of biodiversity. These environmental threats now facing us could have so much momentum that unless steps are taken now to reverse them, they may soon overwhelm our ability to respond. The contributions to this volume come from a wide range of environmental organizations, including the World Wildlife Fund, the National Audubon Society, and the Environmental Defense Fund, as well as from academia and government institutions. This book gives the concerned general reader a solid background in the scientific issues behind current global climate changes. Also important are the recommendations for changes we can make in our lifestyles so that we do not destroy the natural ecosystem of our planet. This book should be of interest to anyone concerned with current environmental problems.
Industry Reviews
`... this book gives a comprehensive explanation and criticism of the methods used for predicting global warming.'
Environmental Education & Information
`... the general reader will find the material quite accessible.'
BioScience
`... provides a good overview of the issue of global climate change and its impact on life on earth including Man.'
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