A Dictionary of Ecology

From acid rain, CFCs, and the greenhouse effect to the food-chain and the gene bank, Oxford's thoroughly up-to-date dictionary provides entries on all aspects of ecology and the environmental sciences. It covers a vast range of subjects, from plant and animal physiology, animal behaviour, evolution, environmental pollution, and conservation to climatology, meteorology, geomorphology, and oceanography. It includes developments in this rapidly evolving field, particularly in the areas of molecular ecology, conservation, and the management of habitats, and has biographical notes on eminent ecologists and other scientists. An invaluable reference tool for students, professionals, and anyone with an interest in the natural world and our environment.

Atmosphere, Weather and Climate

This 7th edition retains its popular tried and tested structure and remains the most comprehensive guide to the earth's weather processes, climatic conditions, and human impacts on climate change.

Storm Watchers: The Turbulent History of Weather Prediction from Franklin's Kite to El Niño

Benjamin Franklin . . . James P. Espy . . . Cleveland Abbe . . . Carl-Gustaf Rossby . . . Jule G. Charney . . . just a few of the remarkable individuals who struggled against formidable odds to understand the atmosphere and predict the weather. Where they saw patterns and processes, others saw randomness and tumult – and yet they strove to make their voices heard, often saving lives in the process.

People and Wildlife, Conflict or Co-existence?

Conflict between people and wildlife is a major emerging conservation issue that is difficult to resolve. This book discusses whether, and how, coexistence of people and endangered wildlife may be encouraged, using measures such as novel and traditional farming methods, compensation, sustainable hunting and ecotourism.

The Coming Global Superstorm

Killer tornadoes. Violent tropical storms. Devastating temperatures. Are these just the prelude to an unprecedented environmental disaster in our near future? Rapid changes in the atmosphere have set humanity on a dangerous course toward a catastrophic change in climate in the immediate future. It's not too late to change our ways.

The Voyage of the Beagle: Darwin's Five-Year Circumnavigation

Charles Darwin's father at first refused to allow his 22-year-old son to go on this voyage around the world in 1831-1836: he felt it was not a wise career choice. Fortunately, his father relented, and we have Darwin's journal, which may be the greatest scientific travel narrative ever written. Revised by the author in 1860, this is an account of his experiences on the Beagle, which led to his formulation of the theory of evolution. He was able to observe coral reefs, fossil-filled rocks, earthquakes, and more, first-hand, and made his own deductions. Original (of course) and entertaining!

Urban Insects and Arachnids

A major reference covering all the major groups of insects and other arthropods that are considered urban pests. It provides the reader with an up-to-date and comprehensive review of basic biology, behaviour, distribution and, most importantly, control methodology.