World Development Books

• Earth Science
  Geology
  Environmental Issues
  Environmental Policies
  Earthquakes
  Near-Earth Object Impacts
   
  

  The Earth System, Second Edition

  For courses in Earth Systems Science offered in departments of Geology, Earth Science, Geography and Environmental Science.The first textbook of its kind that addresses the issues of global change ...  > read more
• Wildfires
  Ecology
  Ecology Research
  Invasive Species
  Forest
  Natural Disasters
   
  

  Young Men and Fire

  On August 5, 1949, lightning came crashing down in the vast spruce forest above Seeley Lake, Montana, and touched off a roaring blaze. As every Westerner knows, lightning means fire, but the fire ...  > read more
• Environmental Issues
  Environmental Policies
  Earth Science
  Sustainability
  Ocean Policy
  Environmental Policy
   
  

  Environmental Science: Toward A Sustainable Future (10th Edition)

  As the field of environmental science continues to evolve, this highly readable guide presents a full spectrum of views and information to help readers evaluate issues and make informed decisions. ...  > read more
• Geochemistry
  Chemistry
  Inorganic Chemistry
  Astrophysics
  Thermodynamics
  Biochemistry
   
  

  Chemistry For Changing Times (11th Edition)

  This popular book is a useful and interesting read for the layperson, as it is colorful, conversational in tone, and easily understandable. Knowledge of chemistry leads to better understanding about ...  > read more
• Moon
  Space Missions
  Solar System
  Astronomy
  Behavioral Science
  Earth Science
   
  

  A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts

  A decade in the making, this book is based on hundreds of hours of in-depth interviews with each of the twenty-four moon voyagers, as well as those who contributed their brain power, training and ...  > read more
• Healthy Aging
  Origin of Life
  Wild Animals
  Zoology
  Charles Darwin
  Biodiversity
   
  

  Life With Horses

  In this beautiful full-color book, popular authors Mark Rashid and Kathleen Lindley team up to provide the reader with an intimate look into a world of horses and horsemanship clinics that few ...  > read more
• Anthropology
  Chemistry
  Engineering
  Biodiversity
  Biology
  Biochemistry Research
   
  

  Introduction to Physical Anthropology

  Jurmain's best-selling text provides you with the course content you need to help you pass your biological/physical anthropology course. Through clear discussions that move from 'description' to ...  > read more
• Evolutionary Biology
  Evolution
  Charles Darwin
  Origin of Life
  Religion
  Anthropology
   
  

  Evolution vs. Creationism: An Introduction

  Almost eighty years after the Scopes trial, the debate over the teaching of evolution continues to rage. There is no easy resolution--it is a complex topic with profound scientific, religious, ...  > read more
• Geography
  Wild Animals
  Early Mammals
  Information Technology
  Land Management
  Encryption
   
  

  Mammal Tracks & Sign: A Guide to North American Species

  *2003 National Outdoor Book Award Winner *Detailed track and trail data for 135 species with actual-size track illustrations in one section *Scat photos and data for dozens of animals The most ...  > read more
• Geography
  Cultures
  Anthropology
  Human Evolution
  Consumer Behavior
  Nature
   
  

  Places and Regions in Global Context: Human Geography

  By offering access to the latest ideas, concepts, and theories in human geography – accompanied by a strong foundation in the fundamentals – this handbook builds knowledge about places ...  > read more

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