Soil Mapping and Process Modeling for Sustainable Land Use Management is the first reference to address the use of soil mapping and modeling for sustainability from both a theoretical and practical perspective. The use of more powerful statistical techniques are increasing the accuracy of maps and reducing error estimation, and this text provides the information necessary to utilize the latest techniques, as well as their importance for land use planning. Providing practical examples to help illustrate the application of soil process modeling and maps, this reference is an essential tool for professionals and students in soil science and land management who want to bridge the gap between soil modeling and sustainable land use planning.

Soil Mapping and Process Modeling for Sustainable Land Use Management

Science & Math

Pereira, Paulo

Muñoz-Rojas, Miriam

Miller, Bradley

Brevik, Eric

Earth Sciences

Elsevier

Wildland fires are occurring more frequently and affecting more of Earth's surface than ever before. These fires affect the properties of soils and the processes by which they form, but the nature of these impacts has not been well understood. Given that healthy soil is necessary to sustain biodiversity, ecosystems and agriculture, the impact of fire on soil is a vital field of research. Fire Effects on Soil Properties brings together current research on the effects of fire on the physical, biological and chemical properties of soil. Written by over 60 international experts in the field, it includes examples from fire-prone areas across the world, dealing with ash, meso and macrofauna, smouldering fires, recurrent fires and management of fire-affected soils. It also describes current best practice methodologies for research and monitoring of fire effects and new methodologies for future research. This is the first time information on this topic has been presented in a single volume and the book will be an important reference for students, practitioners, managers and academics interested in the effects of fire on ecosystems, including soil scientists, geologists, forestry researchers and environmentalists. Key Features: <ul>
<li>brings together research on the effects of fire on the physical, biological and chemical properties of soil.</li> <li>contributing to a better understanding of the impact of fire as an integral and inseperable part of the ecosystem</li> <li>prpvides a contemporary review of the ways in which fire impacts soils and of the methods being used to monitor and analyse these effects</li>
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Fire Effects on Soil Properties

Mataix-Solera, Jorge

Úbeda, Xavier

Rein, Guillermo

Cerdà, Artemi

CRC-Press

Perched on a rocky outcrop above the town of Sintra and commanding spectacular views of the Estoril coast, Pena is undoubtedly one of Europe's most romantic palaces.Built on the orders of D. Fernando II, and heavily influenced by the castles of King Ludwig II of Bavaria, Pena Palace has been the focus of a major restoration program undertaken by IPPAR (Instituto Portugues do Patrimonio Arquitectonico) and the Portuguese Ministry of Culture. The title celebrates a new phase in the history of this incredible building, which has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983.Paulo Pereira's text brings to life the fascinating history of the palace, which became the Portuguese royal family's private retreat in the mid-1800s until the establishment of the Republic in 1911. Also included are stories of the key figures associated with the palace's construction, the role of the building and its past occupants. In addition, the author takes the reader on a guided tour of the principal rooms and surrounding grounds, which highlights key aspects of the architecture and decoration.

Pena Palace

Arts & Photography

Carneiro, Jose Martins

Architecture

Scala Books

Originating in the late fifteenth century, this magnificent building is a superb and important subject for the next voume in this series exploring the historic monuments of Portugal. Published to coincide with the 500th anniversary of the completion of Jercnimos Abbey which took almost 100 years to build the book includes specially commissioned plans, photographs and original drawings. Written by an expert in Manueline architecture, the lively text reveals the great riches of the site's architecture as well as its art historical significance. Recent restoration has revealed afresh the quality of the art preserved here, as well as the beauty of the local stone from which the abbey was built. Not only is Jercnimos Abbey the defining example of the transition from Gothic to Renaissance architecture in Portugal, it is also a site of immense tranquillity. Of special interest to scholars and students of Portuguese architecture, this book will also fascinate anyone exploring Lisbon's most visited archit

Jeronimos Abbey of Santa Maria

Scala Arts Publishers, Inc.

Founded in 1153, the Abbey became the biggest church in Portugal and one of the most powerful of the Cistercian order. Among its many treasures are the mediaeval tombs of D. Pedro I and InSs de Castro, and sixteenth century pottery by the monks. Internationally acknowledged for the austerity and purity of its architecture, the Abbey became a World Heritage Site in 1985. The Abbey's art and architecture is explored in detail in this guide, with colour photographs, drawings and plans.

Monastery of Alcobaca

Reference

Scala Publishers

The Torre de Belem in Libson, Portugal, was built as a fortress in 1514 and was an essential part of the defensive system at the mouth of the River Tejo. It is a fine example of the period's advanced defensive technology, designed to support heavy artillery. Its harmonious and distinctive shape is sharply outlined against the sky and water, and the delicate decoration of its stone suggests to those who feast their eyes upon it the appearance of a finely carved jewel. It was, however, seen differently by those living at the time of its construction. To them, the tower was a formidable and fearsome defensive fortress at the entrance to the river, as its founder, D. Manuel, had intended. The only completely Manueline building in Portugal, its decoration includes the iconic Manueline symbols of cables encircling the building and ending in elegant knots, armillary spheres, crosses of the Military Order of Christ, and elements from nature. Classified by UNESCO in 1983 as a World Heritage Site, the to

Torre de Belem (National Monuments of Portugal S.)

Collections, Catalogs & Exhibitions

The Convent of Christ developed as an extension of the Templar's Castle whose construction began in 1160, giving strategic support to the Christian advance to the South as well as being the headquarters of the Templars in Portugal. This fortress led to the re-population of the surrounding region and the appearance of the medieval town of Tomar. The Templar Order was dissolved in 1312 but their property and, in part, their vocation were transferred, in Portugal, to the Order of the Christ, created in 1319. It is thanks to the Order of Christ that the Portuguese nation opened itself to the maritime discoveries carried out in the fifteenth century. After the dissolution of the religious orders, in 1834, the Convent of Christ was used in a variety of ways, from being the residence of the Count of Tomar to the Seminary for Overseas Missions, later being classified as a National Monument of the Portuguese State in 1907 and later as World Heritage by UNESCO. The Convent's architecture provides evidence o

The Convent of Christ Tomar

Scala Publishers, Ltd.

Da Identidade Nua: uma perspectiva (Portuguese Edition)

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Independently published

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