by RobinKerrod (Editor), Clint Twist (Author)
This series has been designed to give children an insight into the world of science and technology. Each book explores and explains the latest scientific knowledge and each is illustrated with explanatory diagrams. This book examines the exploitation of nature both on land and in the sea, by peoples throughout the world. Subjects covered include agricultural methods, the Green revolution, fertilizers, herbicides, major crops, livestock farming, dairying, meat production, factory farming, wool, leather and other animal products, food manufacture and preservation, fishing and fish farming.
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 48
Publisher: Hodder Wayland
Published: 31 Dec 1990
ISBN 10: 0750200219
ISBN 13: 9780750200219