$29.95

The Future Eaters

Tim Flannery

Since that first brave adventurer left that great Afro-Asian homeland to travel down the long chain of islands to Australasia, human beings have consumed the resources they would need for their own future. The Aborigines, Maoris and other Polynesian peoples were the original future eaters. They changed the flora and fauna in ways that now seem inconceivable. Europeans have made an even greater impact. Today future eating is a universal occupation. This ground-breaking ecological history of Australasia will enrich the understanding of anyone who wonders what the future holds for humanity.

The Weather Makers: The History & Future Impact of Climate Change

Tim Flannery

This book by Tim Flannery argues the urgent need to address the implications of a global climate change that is damaging all life on earth and endangering our very survival.  

It is a global call to arms, laying out plainly if not controversially what we know, what we think might happen, and what tools we have available to us to make a difference.

$59.95

The Skeptical Environmentalist: Measuring the Real State of the World

Bjørn Lomborg

This book argues the widely held belief that the environmental situation is getting worse.  The author is critical of the way in which many environmental groups use scientific data and statistics to manipulate stories and headlines.  The book contains over 2500 footnotes for the reader to check all sources themselves providing an authoritative read.

$24.95

Good News for a Change: How Everyday People are Helping the Planet

David Suzuki & Holly Dressel

This is a refreshing look at environmental issues around the world.  With the many headlines of environmental disaster and the situation deteriorating rapidly, this book looks beyond the grizzly headlines.  The author's look at what some individuals, organisations and companies are doing to improve the situation with case studies on their achievements. This is a practical guide to environmental issues and inspires all with true stories of saving the planet.

$29.95

David Suzuki the Autobiography

David Suzuki

A well written book on the autobiography of distinguished scientist and environmentalist, David Suzuki.   This is the story of one man's passion for nature and the environment. 

Watershed

Fullerton, T

Punchy, pacy and perceptive, Watershed takes us through the fascinating history of water in this country. It examines the rise of water moguls unknown to most of us, and explains why water now pitches state premiers against each other and the Commonwealth. It's full of yarns of battles for water at the grass roots level, past and present, and issues clear warnings of the great environmental challenges facing the nation: dams, salination, pollution and conservation, and clean water for our cities.

Extensively researched, from big cities to Kununurra, Kalgoorlie, the Cooper Creek and beyond, Watershed is a wakeup call for every Australian.

Water: Histories, Cultures, Ecologies

Leybourne, M & Gaynor, A (eds)

This title provides a multidisciplinary exploration of issues relating to water and its management. The book has been developed following a successful international symposium held at The University of Western Australia in July 2003, where participants from government and various academic disciplines examined case studies from around the world.

Waterwise Gardening

Walsh, K

This title sets out the six vital principles by which we can have a beautiful garden and save water, too. It describes over 200 drought-tolerant trees, shrubs, groundcovers, perennials and bulbs-most of which are illustrated, and discusses their needs and features. Full of information on waterwise design, the power of mulch, the pros and cons of various watering systems and products. This third edition bristles with colour and easy-to-follow text and diagrams, to help beat water restrictions, save water and save on your bill.

Running Down: Water in a Changing Land

White, M.E

Gives a deep-time perspective to the story of the co-evolution of water resources, the environment and the animal and plant life it supports. It sets the scene for an understanding of the geological history of the continent, the past history and the modern status of its water systems, and the impact of European land use and activities on our two main life-support systems-water and soil. Sustainable management of our land and water resources can only be achieved if the ancient history of the continent is taken into account and the limitations set by this unique land itself are recognised.

Ecologic: Creating a Sustainable Future

McEwan, S

Foreward: Peter Garrett

Ecologic is about hopes, fears, imagination and action. It's about redesigning the way we use resources to ensure the long term future of this planet. It looks at urban planning issues, the true cost of industry, salinity and soil degradation, water management and environment activism. It shows how innovative design at every level of domestic, industrial and agricultural life can help us meet our needs while conserving fragile resources. An essential resource for those who want to know why action is needed and what can be done.

Ernest Hodgkin's Swanland: Estuaries and Coastal Lagoons of South-Western Australia

Brearley, A

A comprehensive guide to estuarine environments from the Murchison River to Esperance for the visitor, observer and naturalist. It is based on, inspired by, the life and work of a man intrigued by the natural world. It is a synthesis of many years of research on the estuarine environments. Hodgkin's study of the estuaries was firmly grounded in the discipline of science, but he married this with the best traditions of the naturalist and historian.

The Great Energy Debate: Energy Costs, Minerals and the Future of the WA Economy

Clements, K.W, Qiang, Y & Greig, R. A

Provides a timely analysis of the importance of energy costs to the whole WA economy. It lays down benchmarks against which policy proposals can be measured, and raises a number of important questions. Not only does it examine future energy projects, but also makes some provocative proposals for the reform of energy policy in WA.

The Little Green Handbook: A Guide to Critical Global Trends

Nielsen, R

While debates about the state of the global environment rage on many fronts, it is often hard to get accurate and relevant information about what is happening. This handbook has the answers. Based on a massive amount of research, this user-friendly narrative is filled with up-to-date facts and figures about the most serious trends facing the planet. It is a unique reference work that draws together scientific evidence across a range of inter-related fields to present an incontrovertible picture of the state of our world.

The Australian Weather Book

Colls, K & Whitaker, R

Fully revised and updated, this second edition of this fascinating book describes Australia's climate and weather in a lively and readable way. It gives information on how the weather affects us personally, an explanation of Australia's climate, climatic change and the effect of human activity on climate, how and why the atmosphere works, clouds, instruments used to measure weather phenomena, to well known disasters. Written by Australians for Australians.

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