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1	Cradle to Cradle: Remaking the Way We Make Things more books like this by William McDonough, Michael Braungart add to wishlist A manifesto for a radically different philosophy and practice of manufacture and environmentalism "Reduce, reuse, recycle" urge environmentalists; in other words, do more with less in order to minimize damage. As William McDonough and Michael Braungart argue in their provocative, visionary book, however, this approach perpetuates a one-way, ... see all copies from $10.25! new only from $10.25! \| SVS
2	Living in the Environment: Principles, Connections and Solutions more books like this by G Tyler Miller add to wishlist Miller's "Living In The Environment, 15th Edition" is the most comprehensive and up-to-date environmental science text on the market. It has the most balanced approach to environmental science instruction, with bias-free comparative diagrams throughout and a focus on prevention of and solutions to environmental problems. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $45.00! \| first editions \| SVS
3	Biomimicry: Innovation Inspired by Nature more books like this by Janine M Benyus add to wishlist The author takes the reader into the lab and out in the field with the maverick researchers who are discovering in nature ingenious solutions to human problems: studying leaves to learn how to make microscopic solar "power packs" that will clean up toxic spills and light our homes; harnessing DNA's coding power to make blindingly fast computers; ... see all copies from $8.50! new only from $8.84! \| first editions \| SVS
4	Song of the dodo : island biogeography in an age of extinctions. more books like this by David Quammen add to wishlist Novelist and essayist David Quammen takes on the fascinating topic of islands and the way the process of extinction operates within their limited confines--a process Quammen, armed with a Guggenheim Fellowship, spent eight years exploring in extensive travels around the world. The book was the winner of the 1997 New York Public Library Helen ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $10.65! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
5	Sustaining the Earth: An Integrated Approach more books like this by G Tyler Miller add to wishlist G. Tyler Miller's worldwide bestsellers have evolved right along with the changing needs of the diverse student population. Focused specifically on energizing and engaging materials for students, Miller and new coauthor Scott Spoolman have been at work scrutinizing every line - enhancing, clarifying, and streamlining to reduce word density as well ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions
6	A Sand County almanac, and Sketches here and there more books like this by Aldo Leopold add to wishlist Published to mark the centenary of the birth of Aldo Leopold, one of the world's foremost conservationists, this is a special edition of an outspoken and highly ethical view of America's relationship to the land. It is considered a seminal work of the environmental movement. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $9.59! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Inquiry Into Life more books like this by Sylvia S. Mader add to wishlist This book includes basic biological concepts and processes with a human emphasis. From the unique delivery of biology content, to the time tested art program, to the complete integration of the text with technology, Dr. Sylvia Mader has formed a teaching system that will both motivate and enable your students to understand and appreciate the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.00! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Geography of Nowhere: The Rise and Declineof America's Man-Made Landscape more books like this by James Kunstler add to wishlist This work tallies up the huge economic, social and spiritual costs that America is paying for its car-crazed lifestyle. It is also a wake-up call for citizens to reinvent the places where they live and work and to build communities that are once again worthy of their affection. see all copies from $2.63! new only from $5.95! \| signed copies \| SVS
9	Cry of the Kalahari more books like this by Mark Owens add to wishlist After spending seven years in the Kalahari Desert, the authors provide a beautiful documentary examining wildlife in the Kalahari. Their adventure is the focus of a National Geographic special for television airing in January insert. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.94! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
10	Sand County Almanac more books like this by Aldo Leopold add to wishlist With this spectacularly illustrated gift edition, a new generation of readers can walk beside one of America's most respected naturalists as he conveys the beauty of a marsh before sunrise or the wealth of history to be found in an ancient oak. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.89! \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	Gaia: A New Look at Life on Earth more books like this by James Lovelock add to wishlist In this classic work that continues to inspire its many readers, Jim Lovelock puts forward his idea that the life of earth functions as a single organism. Written for non-scientists, Gaia is a journey through time and space in search of evidence with which to support a new and radically different model of our planet. In contrast to the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.81! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Wetlands more books like this by William J Mitsch, James G Gosselink add to wishlist A basic introduction to the ecology of various types of wetlands. Topics covered include the many species of birds, animals, and plants that call the wetlands home. Illustrated with color photographs. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $79.00! \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	Ecology: Concepts & Applications more books like this by Manuel C Molles, Jr. add to wishlist This introductory general ecology text features a strong emphasis on helping students grasp the main concepts of ecology while keeping the presentation more applied than theoretical. An evolutionary perspective forms the foundation of the entire discussion. The book begins with the natural history of the planet, considers portions of the whole in ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.95! \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	A Primer of Ecology more books like this by Nicholas J Gotelli add to wishlist This volume presents a concise but detailed exposition of the most common mathematical models in population and community ecology. It is intended to demystify ecological models and the mathematics behind them by deriving the models from first principles. The book may be used as a self-teaching tutorial by students, as a primary textbook, or as a ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.99! \| first editions
15 view cover	Ecology more books like this by Michael L Cain, William D Bowman, Sally D Hacker add to wishlist This book offers a balance of subject matter emphasis, clearly presented concepts, and engaging, fresh examples to help students gain a clear and solid understanding of Ecology. Emphasis is placed on connections in nature and links to evolution. see all copies from $65.70! new only from $71.83!
16 view cover	Parasite Rex: Inside the Bizarre World of Nature's Most Dangerous Creatures more books like this by Carl Zimmer add to wishlist This colorful natural history surveys the world of the often reviled parasite and its place in science and popular culture. As this accessible tour provides historical and scientific context, it describes the obvious destructiveness of the organisms while offering numerous examples in nature of ecologically beneficial parasitic relationships. see all copies from $3.33! new only from $9.56! \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	Clashing Views on Environmental Issues more books like this by Thomas Easton add to wishlist This Thirteenth Edition of TAKING SIDES: ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES presents two additional current controversial issues in a debate-style format designed to stimulate student interest and develop critical thinking skills. Each issue is thoughtfully framed with an issue summary, an issue introduction, and a postscript. An instructor's manual with ... see all copies from $12.98! new only from $26.50! \| SVS
18 view cover	The Economy of Nature more books like this by Robert E Ricklefs add to wishlist This classic introductory text offers a balanced survey of ecology. It is best known for its vivid examples from natural history, comprehensive coverage of evolution and quantitative approach. The Sixth Edition builds on the book's hallmark features: its strong evolutionary focus, its breadth and diverse set of examples from key studies, its ... see all copies from $12.71! new only from $93.93! \| SVS
19 view cover	Elements of Ecology more books like this by Thomas M Smith, Robert Leo Smith add to wishlist Known for its emphasis on the relevance of ecology in everyday life and the human impact on ecosystems, Elements of Ecology, Seventh Edition features new "Interpreting Ecological Data" exercises to help students develop quantitative skills. Each chapter draws upon current research in the various fields of ecology while providing accessible ... see all copies from $68.78! new only from $68.78! \| SVS
20 view cover	Noah's Garden: Restoring the Ecology of Our Own Backyards more books like this by Sara Stein add to wishlist Sara Stein tells how people all over the country are becoming ecological gardeners, redesigning their gardens to welcome back the creatures that man has driven away. She also offers specific information on doing the same: how to collect wild seeds, plan a patio habitat, learn about the plants native to your region, how to deal with invasive plants ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	Essentials of Conservation Biology more books like this by Mr. Richard B Primack add to wishlist Essentials of Conservation Biology, Second Edition is an updated and improved version of the successful first edition, and includes current examples, study questions and the latest literature. It combines theory and research findings to explain links between conservation biology and environmental economics, ethics, law and the social sciences. Dr ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $27.50! \| signed copies \| first editions
22 view cover	The Economy of Nature: Data Analysis Update more books like this by Robert E Ricklefs add to wishlist The classic introductory text offers a balanced survey of Ecology. It is best known for its vivid examples from natural history, comprehensive coverage of evolution and quantitative approach. Due to popular demand, the fifth edition update brings twenty new data analysis modules that introduce students to ecological data and quantitative methods ... see all copies from $4.50! new only from $39.75! \| SVS
23 view cover	Tropical Nature: Life and Death in the Rain Forests of Central and South America more books like this by Adrian Forsyth, Sarah Landry (Illustrator), Ken Miyata add to wishlist see all copies from $2.95! new only from $6.90! \| first editions \| SVS
24 view cover	The Diversity of Life more books like this by Edward Osborne Wilson add to wishlist "Not since Darwin has an author so lifted the science of ecology with insight and delightful imagery" - Richard Dawkins. In this book a master scientist tells the great story of how life on earth evolved. E.O. Wilson eloquently describes how the species of the world became diverse, and why the threat to this diversity today is beyond the scope of ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.14! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
25 view cover	Ecology; the experimental analysis of distribution and abundance more books like this by Charles J. Krebs add to wishlist Charles Krebs' best-selling majors-level text approaches ecology as a series of problems that are best understood by evaluating empirical evidence through data analysis and application of quantitative reasoning. No other text presents analytical, quantitative, and statistical ecological information in an equally accessible style for students. ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $99.00! \| first editions \| SVS

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