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Richly illustrated and packed with numerous examples, this unique global perspective introduces wetland ecology from basic principles to advanced applications. Thoroughly revised and reorganised, this new edition of this prize-winning textbook begins with underlying causal factors, before moving on to more advanced concepts that add depth and context. Each chapter begins with an explanation of the basic principles covered, illustrated with clear examples. More difficult concepts and exceptions are introduced only once the general principle is well-established. Key principles are now discussed at the beginning of the book, and in order of relative importance, enabling students to understand the most important material without wading through complex theory. New chapters on wetland restoration and wetland services draw upon practical examples from around the world, providing a global context, and a new chapter on research will be particularly relevant to the advanced student planning their own studies.
Paperback: 514 pages
Publisher: Cambridge University Press; 2 edition (September 13, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0521739675
ISBN-13: 978-0521739672
Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 0.8 x 9.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 2.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
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This is a very comprehensive book, covers many types of wetlands and has examples from different parts of the world.I haven't finished it yet as its like a college text, alot to read, I'm up to Chapter 8 and I feel like I know more about wetlands than many people I work with who are Environmental Scientists with biology degrees.
This text rivals the best ever produced on the subject. I've got them all so I know. Keddy does a very competent job thoroughly covering the subject while not getting overly bogged down into too many tangents.
Few textbooks will be read by non students, this one should be. It is extremely intelligent and informative. One striking aspect is the table of contents, the headings are straightforward and make it easy to figure out what the author is presenting in each sub chapter. The book answers all of the questions anyone would logically have about wetlands. The sections make sense: overview, flooding, fertility, disturbance, competition, herbivory, burial, other factors, diversity, zonation, services and functions. research: paths forward, restoration, conservation and management. Keddy discusses clearly all of the problems and threats to wetlands and the restoration and conservation issues. This is a book that anyone interested in wetlands should read and will want in their library. Every library should have a copy.Midwest Independent Research, mwir-earthscience.blogspot com.
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