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EAN: 9780521172790. The reef explored. reef biology. The reef under pressure. Origin and structure of coral reefs. Darwin's legacy. the subversive science. Quest for the great south land.… More...

EAN: 9780521172790. The reef explored. reef biology. The reef under pressure. Origin and structure of coral reefs. Darwin's legacy. the subversive science. Quest for the great south land. img{max-width:100%}The Great Barrier Reef: History, Science, HeritageJames BowenCambridge University PressPaperbackUnused and unread, minor cosmetic imperfections such as scuffing or minor creasing. Stamped 'damaged' by publisher to a non-text page.EAN: 9780521172790Published 17/02/2011Language: EnglishOne of the world's natural wonders, the Great Barrier Reef stretches more than 2000 kilometres in a maze of coral reefs and islands along Australia's north-eastern coastline. Now unfolding the fascinating story behind its mystique this 2002 book provides for the first time a comprehensive cultural and ecological history of European impact, from early voyages of discovery to developments in Reef science and management. Incisive and a delight to read in its thorough account of the scientific, social and environmental consequences of European impact on the world's greatest coral reef system, this extraordinary book is sure to become a classic.Part I. Navigators and Naturalists in the Age of Sail1. Quest for the great south land2. Voyage of the 'Endeavour'Cook and the Labyrinth3. Endeavour naturalists'a separate creation'4. Matthew Flindersvoyage of The Investigator5. The reef exploredearly surveys 1821ââ?¬â??18446. Reef charts completed 1846ââ?¬â??18627. The reef as a maritime highwaycolony of Queensland 1859ââ?¬â??19008. From natural history to science, 1850ââ?¬â??1900voyages of the Challenger and Chevert9. Exploitation and resource raiding 1860ââ?¬â??189010. For maximum yieldreef biologyPart II. A New Era in Reef Awareness from Scientific Investigation to Conservation and Heritage11. Origin and structure of coral reefsfrom Forster to Darwin12. Darwin's legacycoral reef controversy 1863ââ?¬â??192313. Exploitation challenged rise of ecologythe subversive science14. Reef research and controversy 1920ââ?¬â??193015. The Low Isles expedition 1928ââ?¬â??1929Planning and preparation16. Biological research of the Low Isles expedition17. From depression to wartourism, conservation and science 1929ââ?¬â??193918. The Pacific War and its aftermath19. A new problemthe conservation controversy 1958ââ?¬â??197220. Crisis resolutionformation of an environmental management authority21. A new eraresearch-based management22. The reef under pressureproblems of management23. The reef as heritagea challenge for the future. DispatchIn stock here - same-day dispatch from England. My SKU: 3274360RefundsNo-hassle refunds are always available if your book is not as expected.Terms and Conditions of SaleSorry - no collections. All sales are subject to extended Terms and Conditions of Sale as well as the Return Policy and Payment Instructions. Visit my eBay Store for details andmany more books. Template layout and design, "JNC Academic Books", "needbooks", Copyright © JNC INC. Designated trademarks, layouts and brands are the property of their respective owners. All Rights Reserved., Neuwertig, Festpreisangebot, [LT: FixedPrice], Title: The Great Barrier Reef: History, Science, Heritage, Pages: 492, Publication Year: 2011, Type: Textbook, Format: Paperback, Publication Name: The Great Barrier Reef: History, Science, Heritage, Item Height: 244mm, Item Width: 170mm, Subject: Geography & Geosciences, Item Weight: 780g, Number of Pages: 492 Pages, Cambridge University Press<