Rainforests (21st Century Debates)

Rainforests (21st Century Debates)

by EwanMcLeish (Author)

Synopsis

What are rainforests and why are they important? This book looks at the fragile ecosystem and its destruction over the last fifty years. It looks at whether there can be a balance between people's needs and the well-being of the forests themselves. This book talks about the causes of the destruction of rainforest and also at the positive projects that are already happening to conserve the rainforest. It also looks at the future of the forests. Opposing viewpoints are given throughout to provide opportunities for discussion and debate.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 64
Edition: New Ed
Publisher: Wayland
Published: 13 Mar 2003

ISBN 10: 0750238143
ISBN 13: 9780750238144
Children’s book age: 12+ Years

Author Bio
Ewan Mcleish is a writer and lecturer on science and environmental issues, and former Director of the Council for Environmental Education. He has recently worked with teachers in the Cameroon, West Africa, developing education materials about the environment, including rainforests. He writes on a wide range of topics including science, geography and the environment. The consultant, Dr Yolanda Foote, is a Post-Doctoral Fellow in the School of Chemistry, Physics and Environmental Science, at the University of Sussex.