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1	Salt: A World History more books like this by Mark Kurlansky Homer called salt "a divine substance", while Plato described it as "especially dear to the gods". Kurlansky blends political, commercial, scientific, religious and culinary records into this history of the substance which he claims shaped civilization from the beginning. see all copies from $2.34! new only from $8.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
2	Environment more books like this by Raven There is more to "Environment, 4e" by Raven and Berg than what you see in this text. An enhanced book-specific Web site will help you further examine critical environmental issues. The Web site offers a variety of activities to help you succeed in your course and additional tools that will help you make environmentally responsible choices. Online ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
3	Gemstones more books like this by Cally Hall This series of visual recognition guides are designed to make identification as simple and accurate as possible. Each volume contains clear photographs and artworks with text. This volume offers a guide to gemstones. see all copies from $5.84! new only from $11.52! \| SVS
4	Desert Solitaire: A Season in the Wilderness more books like this by Edward Abbey DESERT SOLITAIRE, widely considered to be one of Abbey's best books, is the account of two summers he spent in the canyon lands of southeastern Utah. First published in 1968, the book has acquired a huge following over the years, and stands as one of the author's most impassioned pleas for the preservation of the wilderness, and has become a ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.94! \| first editions \| SVS
5	A Sand County Almanac: With Essays on Conservation from Round River more books like this by Aldo Leopold (Foreword by), Charles W Schwartz (Illustrator), Carolyn Clugston Leopold (Preface by) "We can place this book on the shelf that holds the writings of Thoreau and John Muir." San Francisco Chronicle These astonishing portraits of the natural world explore the breathtaking diversity of the unspoiled American landscape -- the mountains and the prairies, the deserts and the coastlines. A stunning tribute to our land and a bold ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.32! \| first editions \| SVS
6	Gemstones of the World more books like this by Walter Schumann This is the standard reference for over twenty years, now completely revised and updated with many new illustrations. "Gemstones of the World" is the most comprehensive and informative colour manual of the world's gemstones and includes more than 1,400 examples. Opposite each illustration the text provides an exact description of the particular ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $14.40! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Environmental Science: Earth as a Living Planet more books like this by Daniel B Botkin, Ph.D., Edward A Keller For more than two decades, Botkin has helped environmental scientists apply ecological science to environmental management. Updated and revised to include the latest research in the field, the seventh edition continues to present a balanced analytical and interdisciplinary approach to the field. It emphasizes the scientific process throughout to ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $34.94! \| SVS
8	The Coming Economic Collapse: How You Can Thrive When Oil Costs $200 a Barrel more books like this by Stephen Leeb, Ph.D., Glen C Strathy In The Oil Factor, Stephen Leeb accurately predicted the current oil shortage and showed how savvy investors could profit. But now the world is facing an energy crisis of unprecedented scope, and the recent surge in oil prices is only the tip of the iceberg. With meticulous research and analysis, Leeb shows that due to strong competition from ... see all copies from $2.86! new only from $4.26! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Encounters with the Archdruid more books like this by John McPhee The narratives in this book are of journeys made in three wildernesses - on a coastal island, in a Western mountain range, and on the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon. The four men portrayed here have different relationships to their environment, and they encounter each other on mountain trails, in forests and rapids, sometimes with reserve, ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
10	Crystal & Gem more books like this by Dr. R F Symes, R R Harding Part of the "Eyewitness Guide" series, this visual encyclopaedia identifies the many different crystals that exist, from the rare to the more common, together with the properties they hold. The illustrations show how crystals are mined and the book follows their path to the jewellers window. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.00! \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	When the Rivers Run Dry: Water--The Defining Crisis of the Twenty-First Century more books like this by Fred Pearce In this groundbreaking book, veteran science correspondent Fred Pearce travels to more than thirty countries to examine the current state of crucial water sources. Deftly weaving together the complicated scientific, economic, and historic dimensions of the world water crisis, he provides our most complete portrait yet of this growing danger and ... see all copies from $4.27! new only from $9.15! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Plan B 2.0: Rescuing a Planet Under Stress and a Civilization in Trouble more books like this by Lester R Brown In this new edition, Lester Brown outlines a survival strategy for our early twenty-first civilization. The world faces numerous environmental trends of disruption and decline such as rising temperatures, falling water tables, shrinking forests, melting glaciers, collapsing fisheries, and rising sea levels. In "Plan B," Lester R. Brown notes that ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.70! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	A Language Older Than Words more books like this by Derrick Jensen A cross between memoir and historical critique, Jensen's book, primarily a story of domestic abuse, sweeps far and wide in its discussions of environmental, social, and political excesses. see all copies from $5.83! new only from $14.46! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	The Secret Knowledge of Water: Discovering the Essence of the American Desert more books like this by Craig Childs Like the highest mountain peaks, deserts are environments that can be inhospitable even to the most seasoned explorers. Craig Childs, who has spent years in the deserts of the American West - as an adventurer, a river guide, and a field instructor in natural history - has developed a keen appreciation for these forbidding landscapes: their beauty, ... see all copies from $4.44! new only from $6.60! \| first editions \| SVS
15 view cover	50 Simple Things Kids Can Do to Save the Earth more books like this by Earthworks Group This valuable and entertaining book shows children how specific elements of their environment--like a light switch or a toilet--are connected to the rest of the world. Clear, practical tips show kids how they can conserve energy, recycle waste, and take on important environmental projects. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.95! \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	Resource Wars: The New Landscape of Global Conflict more books like this by Michael T Klare A much-needed assessment of a changed world, Resource Wars is a compelling look at warfare in an era of rampant globalisation and intense economic competition. The political divisions of the Cold War, Klare asserts, have given way to a global scramble for oil, natural gas, minerals, and water. And as armies throughout the world define resource ... see all copies from $3.54! new only from $5.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	Solar Living Sourcebook: The Complete Guide to Renewable Energy Technologies and Sustainable Living more books like this by John Schaeffer (Introduction by), Doug Pratt (Editor) The ultimate toolbox for those seeking to live in an earth-friendly and practical way with expanded descriptions of today's viable solar technologies. 50 illustrations. 850 photos. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $13.95! \| first editions
18 view cover	Ecotopia more books like this by Ernest Callenbach Here is a new, updated edition of the classic environmental novel, offering a vision of a future both socially and environmentally sane. It has given its name to a region of the country and to the dream of countless readers. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $9.23! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	The Heartless Stone: A Journey Through the World of Diamonds, Deceit, and Desire more books like this by Tom Zoellner In 2000, Tom Zoellner purchased a diamond engagement ring and proposed. His girlfriend said "Yes" and then suddenly, walked out of his life and made Tom the owner of a used engagement ring. Instead of hitting the self-help shelves of his local bookstore, he hit the road travelling to diamond mines in Africa, Canada, India, Brazil, and Russia to ... see all copies from $2.16! new only from $2.95! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
20 view cover	Rising Powers, Shrinking Planet: The New Geopolitics of Energy more books like this by Michael T Klare From the author of the now-classic "Resource Wars" comes an indispensable account of how the world's diminishing sources of energy are radically changing the international balance of power. see all copies from $10.00! new only from $13.89! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	Managing Our Natural Resources more books like this by William G Camp Newly updated and effectively illustrated, this text provides a comprehensive introduction to all facets of natural resource management. Designed to give students a solid understanding of issues involving the preservation, management, and conservation of natural resources, this wide-ranging text introduces them to such key areas as water, soils, ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.99! \| SVS
22 view cover	Milo and The Magical Stones more books like this by Marcus Pfister From the creator of "The Rainbow Fish" comes a thought-provoking story that, together with the book's unique format, actively involves children in the decision-making process, showing them the effect today's environmental choices can have on the future of the Earth. Will the glowing stone which Milo finds bring disaster or delight? The reader must ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $9.83! \| first editions
23 view cover	Exploitation Conservation Preservation: A Geographic Perspective on Natural Resource Use more books like this by Susan L Cutter, William H Renwick This text presents a unique geographic approach to the environment and environmental policy. Cutter and Renwick integrate physical, economic, social and political considerations into the examination of the major natural resource issues facing the world today. The dynamic interplay between these factors causes continuing changes in methods and ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $26.00! \| first editions
24 view cover	Water: The Fate of Our Most Precious Resource more books like this by Marq de Villers De Villiers reports from hot spots as diverse as China, Las Vegas and the Middle East, where he has crafted a powerful narrative about the lifeblood of civilizations, the global consequences of human thirst, and solutions that may avert the coming water wars. 2 maps. see all copies from $3.26! new only from $9.98! \| SVS
25 view cover	Natural Resource Conservation: Management for a Sustainable Future more books like this by Daniel D Chiras, Ph.D., John P Reganold, Oliver S Owen For introductory-level, undergraduate courses in natural resource conservation, natural resource management, environmental science, and environmental conservation. This comprehensive text provides the ecological principles, policies, and practices to manage a sustainable future. It emphasizes practical, cost-effective, sustainable solutions to ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $64.19!

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