Essentials of Ecology, 4th Edition presents introductory ecology in an accessible, state-of-the-art format designed to cultivate the novice student's understanding of and fascination with the natural world. In a concise, engaging style, this text outlines the essential principles of ecology from the theoretical fundamentals to their practical applications. Full color artwork, simple pedagogical features and a wide range of carefully-chosen examples make this book an ideal introduction to ecology for students at all levels.

Essentials of Ecology

Science & Math

Townsend, Colin R.

Begon, Michael

Howarth, Robert W.

Biological Sciences

wiley

The ecology of streams and rivers (The Institute of Biology's Studies in biology)

Hodder Arnold

Studies on animals and plants are integrated throughout, and there are several chapters dealing with topics given little attention in general. Mathematical and laboratory studies are described where necessary, but the major focus of the book is on real ecological systems. Undergraduates with no background experience will find the material accessible, while practising ecologists may also find it of interest. This book is intended for undergraduates, and professionals in the field.

Ecology: Individuals Populations and Communities

Harper, John L.

Blackwell Science Inc.

A definitive guide to the depth and breadth of the ecological sciences, revised and updated The revised and updated fifth edition of Ecology: From Individuals to Ecosystems – now in full colour – offers students and practitioners a review of the ecological sciences. The previous editions of this book earned the authors the prestigious ‘Exceptional Life-time Achievement Award’ of the British Ecological Society – the aim for the fifth edition is not only to maintain standards but indeed to enhance its coverage of Ecology. In the first edition, 34 years ago, it seemed acceptable for ecologists to hold a comfortable, objective, not to say aloof position, from which the ecological communities around us were simply material for which we sought a scientific understanding. Now, we must accept the immediacy of the many environmental problems that threaten us and the responsibility of ecologists to play their full part in addressing these problems. This fifth edition addresses this challenge, with several chapters devoted entirely to applied topics, and examples of how ecological principles have been applied to problems facing us highlighted throughout the remaining nineteen chapters. Nonetheless, the authors remain wedded to the belief that environmental action can only ever be as sound as the ecological principles on which it is based. Hence, while trying harder than ever to help improve preparedness for addressing the environmental problems of the years ahead, the book remains, in its essence, an exposition of the science of ecology. This new edition incorporates the results from more than a thousand recent studies into a fully up-to-date text. Written for students of ecology, researchers and practitioners, the fifth edition of Ecology: From Individuals to Ecosystems is anessential reference to all aspects of ecology and addresses environmental problems of the future.

Ecology: From Individuals to Ecosystems

Essentials of Ecology presents introductory ecology in an accessible, state-of-the-art format designed to cultivate the novice student's understanding of, and fascination with, the natural world. In a concise, engaging style, this text outlines the essential principles of ecology from the theoretical fundamentals to their practical applications. Full color artwork, simple pedagogical features and a wide range of timely examples make this book an ideal introduction to ecology for students at all levels.
The second edition of this successful text provides expanded coverage and over 400 references including 100 new examples reflecting the vibrancy of the field. More than a simple update, the new edition also features new artwork http://www.blackwellpublishing.com/townsend/Images.htm, an enhanced design, and additional integrated applications to make Essentials of Ecology up-to-date and relevant. 
Outstanding features of the second edition of Essentials of Ecology include:
* Dedicated website - study resources and web research questions provide students and instructors with an enhanced, interactive experience of the book www.blackwellpublishing.com/townsend * Key Concepts - summarized at the beginning of each chapter * Unanswered questions - highlighted throughout, emphasizing that in ecology, as in any science, we have much left to learn * History boxes - outlining key landmarks in the development of ecology * Quantitative boxes - allowing mathematical aspects of ecology to be explained thoroughly without interrupting the flow of the text * Topical ECOncerns boxes - highlighting ethical, social and political questions in ecology * Review questions - included at the end of each chapter

Wiley/Blackwell

Begon, Townsend, and Harper's Ecology has long been regarded as the definitive textbook on all aspects of ecology. This new edition provides a comprehensive treatment of the subject, from the first principles of ecology to the current state of the field, and aims to improve students' preparedness to address the environmental problems of the new millennium. 
Thoroughly revised and updated, this fourth edition includes: <ul>
<li>three new chapters on applied ecology, reflecting a rigorous, scientific approach to the ecological problems now facing mankind</li> <li>discussion of over 800 new studies, updating the text throughout</li> <li>an updated, user-friendly design with margin notes and chapter summaries that serve as study aids</li> </ul>
The resulting textbook is easy to use, lucid and up-to-date, and is the essential reference for all students whose degree program includes ecology and for practicing ecologists.

Ecology: From Individuals To Ecosystems

Blackwell Pub.

Ecological Applications presents a broad range of methods and techniques for managing environmental sustainability. This book examines ecological theory at the individual, populations, and community levels, and is an excellent resource for anyone looking to improve the health of their local ecosystems. <ul> <li>Presents a broad range of methods and techniques for managing environmental sustainability 
</li> <li>Focuses on ecological applications for sustainability including restoration, conservation, biosecurity, pest control, harvest management, and the design of reserves 
</li> <li>Examines ecological theory at the individual, population and community levels 
</li> <li>Considers economic and socio-political aspects</li> </ul>

Ecological Applications: toward a sustainable world

Business & Money

Economics

This textbook presents introductory ecology in an accessible, state-of-the-art format designed to cultivate the novice student's understanding of, and fascination with, the natural world. In a concise, engaging style, this text outlines the essential principles of ecology from the theoretical fundamentals to their practical applications. Full color artwork, simple pedagogical features, and a wide range of carefully-chosen examples make this book an ideal introduction to ecology for students at all levels. 
The third edition of this successful text is much more than a simple update, reflecting the vibrancy of the field. With hundreds of new examples, it contains for the first time a separate chapter on evolutionary ecology, with all other chapters, especially those on applied aspects, having been extensively revised and re-written. The new edition also features new artwork and an enhanced design, making this book as attractive as it is up-to-date and relevant. Outstanding features of the third edition of Essentials of Ecology include: <ul>
<li>Dedicated website - available at www.blackwellpublishing.com/townsend, featuring study resources and web research questions</li> <li>Key Concepts - summarized at the beginning of each chapter</li> <li>History boxes outlining key landmarks in the development of ecology</li> <li>Quantitative boxes - allowing mathematical aspects of ecology to be explained clearly without interrupting the flow of the text</li> <li>Topical ECOncerns boxes - highlighting ethical, social and political questions in ecology</li> <li>Review questions - included at the end of each chapter</li> </ul>

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Essentials of Ecology

The ecology of streams and rivers (The Institute of Biology's Studies in biology)

Ecology: Individuals Populations and Communities

Ecology: From Individuals to Ecosystems

Essentials of Ecology

Ecology: From Individuals To Ecosystems

Ecological Applications: toward a sustainable world

Essentials of Ecology