The Global Casino: An Introduction to Environmental Issues

by Nick Middleton

Overview

Deals with the workings of the physical environment and the political, economic and social structures in which environmental issues occur. Using examples from all over the world, the author highlights the underlying cause behind our planet's problems, the human actions that have made them issues and the hopes for solutions. Coverage includes acid rain, climate change, deforestation, threatened species, waste management and warfare. Features over 200 figures, photographs and tables.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781032497020
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	09/03/2024
Edition description:	7th ed.
Pages:	742
Product dimensions:	6.88(w) x 9.69(h) x (d)

About the Author

Nick Middleton is a Fellow and Lecturer in Geography at St Anne’s College, Oxford University. He also works as an environmental consultant and freelance author, having written more than 300 articles in journals, magazines and newspapers, and 25 books.

Table of Contents

The Physical Environment
The Human Environment
Deforestation
Desertification
Food Production
Soil Erosion
Threatened Species
Climatic Change
Acid Rain
Oceans
Coastal Problems
Rivers, Lakes and Wetlands
Big Dams
Urban Environments
Transport
Waste Management
Energy Production
Mining
War
Natural Hazards
Conservation and Sustainable Development
Glossary
Bibliography
Index

Editorial Reviews

Reviews of previous editions

‘Middleton has a clear, smooth style and is excellent at sketching specific local examples to convey what is happening on the ground’ - International Journal of Environmental Studies

‘The book is extremely sound ... and covers basic theory, examples and illustrations, with a profusion of photographs and diagrams which makes the subject live. The real strength lies in the fact that the book outlines both the workings of the physical environment and the political, economic and social frameworks in which the issues occur’ - Global Environmental Change

‘The Global Casino is timely and has much to offer. It provides a comprehensive, undergraduate-level introduction to environmental problems and is packed with case studies and up-to-date information...the improved and re-organised lists of references and websites provide an excellent resource for researching topics further.’ - Progress in Physical Geography

‘A comprehensive yet critical look at some of the most pressing issues faced by humans… an essential resource for academics, students and practitioners in the environment, geography, planning, earth sciences and development fields.’ - Australian Planner

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