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A colourful introduction to some of the islands of the world. Shows how they are shaped by the sea and it also explores the physical and human activiites that affect islands. Includes case studies of issues in countries like Greenland, New Zealand and Galápagos.
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Book Details
Table of Contents
What are islands?
Continental islands
Oceanic islands
Climate and wildlife
How are islands used?
Protecting islands
Arctic wilderness
Island evolution
Volcanic dangers
Crowded city
Rich resources
Threatened paradise
Change and conservation
Glossary and resources
Islands topic web.
Edition Notes
Includes bibliographical references and index.
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