Written by one of the most distinguished and best-known ecologists, this book deals with the ecology of planet earth, focusing on its ecological components, the biosphere, and one of the most important environmental issues facing us today - climate change. It is based on content from the well-respec

Written by one of the most distinguished and best-known ecologists, this book deals with the ecology of planet earth, focusing on its ecological components, the biosphere, and one of the most important environmental issues facing us today - climate change. It is based on content from the well-respected Encyclopedia of Ecology (published in 2008), this volume has an international focus and covers a range of ecosystems.

• Provides an overview of the theory and application of global ecology.
• International focus and range of ecosystems makes Global Ecology an indispensable resource to scientists.
• Based on the best selling Encyclopedia of Ecology.
• Full color figures and tables support the text and aid in understanding.