Description
Discover the enchanting diversity of 'The Nature of Northern Australia', a groundbreaking resource that brings to life the unique ecosystems of Australia's northern regions. With its pristine landscapes, encompassing tropical savannas and lush rainforests, this essential book delves into the ecological significance of Northern Australia, often overshadowed by its southern counterparts. Whether you're an academic, environmentalist, or nature enthusiast, you'll find this exploration invaluable in understanding the balance between conservation and economic development in this majestic region.
Authored by leading experts in Northern Australian ecology, including Dr. John Woinarski and Professor Brendan Mackey, this comprehensive text details the intricate ecological processes that sustain the area's rich biodiversity. The book highlights the critical role of free-flowing rivers and untouched habitats, which form the bedrock of both community well-being and environmental health.
With shipping available for free, you can expect your order within a convenient timeframe of up to 6 weeks. Once your order is placed, we kindly remind you that it cannot be cancelled. 'The Nature of Northern Australia' is not just a book; it's an insightful journey into one of the world's last great natural areas, perfect for anyone interested in preserving our planet's ecological treasures.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781921313301
Year: 2007
Publisher: ANU Press
Description:
Northern
Australia stands out as one of the largest natural areas remaining on Earth-
alongside such global treasures as the Amazon rainforests, the boreal conifer
forests of Alaska and Canada, and the polar wilderness of Antarctica. Nature remains in abundance in â€the
North.’
Its intact tropical savannas, rainforests, and free flowing rivers provide
a basis for much of the economic activity and the quality of life for
residents of the area.
The Nature of Northern Australia details the latest science on the Northern environment.
With increasing debate over the future of Australia’s often forgotten
North, this is a timely examination of its environmental significance, the
ecological processes that make it function, and the economies that are
compatible with maintaining healthy communities and people and healthy
country into the future.
The authors, Dr. John Woinarski, Professor Brendan Mackey, Professor Henry
Nix and Dr. Barry Traill, are leading experts on the environment of Northern
Australia, and combined have many decades of experience on Northern ecology
and land management.
Authored by leading experts in Northern Australian ecology, including Dr. John Woinarski and Professor Brendan Mackey, this comprehensive text details the intricate ecological processes that sustain the area's rich biodiversity. The book highlights the critical role of free-flowing rivers and untouched habitats, which form the bedrock of both community well-being and environmental health.
With shipping available for free, you can expect your order within a convenient timeframe of up to 6 weeks. Once your order is placed, we kindly remind you that it cannot be cancelled. 'The Nature of Northern Australia' is not just a book; it's an insightful journey into one of the world's last great natural areas, perfect for anyone interested in preserving our planet's ecological treasures.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781921313301
Year: 2007
Publisher: ANU Press
Description:
Northern
Australia stands out as one of the largest natural areas remaining on Earth-
alongside such global treasures as the Amazon rainforests, the boreal conifer
forests of Alaska and Canada, and the polar wilderness of Antarctica. Nature remains in abundance in â€the
North.’
Its intact tropical savannas, rainforests, and free flowing rivers provide
a basis for much of the economic activity and the quality of life for
residents of the area.
The Nature of Northern Australia details the latest science on the Northern environment.
With increasing debate over the future of Australia’s often forgotten
North, this is a timely examination of its environmental significance, the
ecological processes that make it function, and the economies that are
compatible with maintaining healthy communities and people and healthy
country into the future.
The authors, Dr. John Woinarski, Professor Brendan Mackey, Professor Henry
Nix and Dr. Barry Traill, are leading experts on the environment of Northern
Australia, and combined have many decades of experience on Northern ecology
and land management.