Ghazoul, Jaboury
Ecology: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780198831013
- author:
- Ghazoul, Jaboury
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 184
- Dimensions:
- 17.4 x 11.4 x 1 centimetres (0.1
- Genre:
- Science, Earth Sciences, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Ecology: A Very Short Introduction by Jaboury Ghazoul Understanding the natural world is a study of ecological systems, where organisms interact with each other and their environment to create self-organising communities and ecosystems. This science has a profound impact on our daily lives, influencing everything from the food we eat to our physical and mental health. Ecology has evolved rapidly from natural history to become a predictive science that explains how the natural world works, guiding environmental policy and management decisions. Ghazoul explores how ecological science can be applied to management and conservation, and how it has shaped social and cultural perspectives on the environment. As we face current and future environmental challenges, Ghazoul considers the future of ecology, providing valuable insights into its role in shaping our relationship with the natural world.