The Historical Ecology Handbook A Restorationist's Guide to Reference Ecosystems |
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| Author:
| Egan, Dave |
| Editor:
| Egan, Dave
Howell, Evelyn A. |
| Series title: | Science Practice Ecological Restoration Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-61091-334-8 |
| Publication Date: | May 2013 |
| Publisher: | Island Press
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| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $54.99 |
Book Description:
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The Historical Ecology Handbook makes essential connections between past and future ecosystems, bringing together leading experts to offer a much-needed introduction to the field of historical ecology and its practical application by on-the-ground restorationists. Chapters presindividual techniques focusing on both culturally derived evidence and biological records, with each chapter offering essential background, tools, and resources needed for using the technique in a...
More DescriptionThe Historical Ecology Handbook makes essential connections between past and future ecosystems, bringing together leading experts to offer a much-needed introduction to the field of historical ecology and its practical application by on-the-ground restorationists.
Chapters presindividual techniques focusing on both culturally derived evidence and biological records, with each chapter offering essential background, tools, and resources needed for using the technique in a restoration effort. The book ends with four in-depth case studies that demonstrate how various combinations of techniques have been used in restoration projects.
The Historical Ecology Handbook is a unique and groundbreaking guide to determining historic reference conditions of a landscape. It offers an invaluable compendium of tools and techniques, and will be essential reading for anyone working in the field of ecological restoration.