Urban Ecology An Introduction seeks to open the reader&s mind & eyes to the way in which nature permeates everyday urban living & how it has to be understood cared for & managed in order to make our towns & cities healthier places to visit & in which to live & work The authors examine how nature can improve our physical & mental health the air we breathe & the waters we use as well as boosting our enjoyment of parks & gardens Urban Ecology sets out the science that underlies the changing natural scene & the tools used to ensure that cities become both capable of adapting to climate change & more beautiful & resilient The book begins with a discussion of the nature of urban places & the role of nature in towns & cities Part 1 looks at the context & content of urban ecology its relationship to other foci of interest within ecology & other environmental sciences & the character of city landscapes & ecosystems In Part 2 the authors set out the physical & chemical components of urban ecosystems & ecological processes including urban weather & climate urban geomorphology & soils urban hydrology & urban biogeochemical cycles In Part 3 urban habitats urban flora & fauna & the effects of deliberate & inadvertent human action on urban biota are examined Part 4 contains an exploration of the identification & assessment of ecosystem services in urban areas emphasising economic evaluation the importance of urban nature for human health & well-being & restoration ecology & creative conservation Finally in Part 5 the tasks for urban ecologists in optimising & sustaining urban ecosystems providing for nature in cities adapting to climate change & in developing the urban future in a more sustainable manner are set out Within the 16 chapters of the book
- in which examples from around the world are drawn upon
- the authors explore current practice & future alternatives set out procedures for ecological assessment & evaluation suggest student activities & discussion topics provide recommended reading & an extensive bibliography The book contains more than 150 tables & over 150 photographs & diagrams

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In Urban Empire you take control of a mayoral dynasty & lead your city & people through 200 years of history Establish infrastructures plan city districts debate political decisions at the town council bribe or blackmail your opponents empower the democratic rights of your people or ignore them & reign supremely by yourself
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Villains have all the fun-everyone knows that-and this anthology takes you on a wild ride through the dark side! The top villains from seventeen urban fantasy series get their own stories-including the baddies of New York Times bestselling authors Jim Butcher Kevin Hearne Kelley Armstrong Seanan Mc Guire & Jonathan Maberry For every hero trying to save the world there's a villain trying to tear it all down In this can't-miss anthology edited by Joseph Nassise (The Templar Chronicles) you get to plot world domination with the best of the evildoers we love to hate! This outstanding collection brings you stories told from the villains' point of view imparting a fresh & unique take on the evil masterminds wicked witches & infernal personalities that skulk in the pages of today's most popular series The full anthology features stories by Jim Butcher (the Dresden Files) Kelley Armstrong (Cainsville) Seanan Mc Guire (October Daye) Kevin Hearne (The Iron Druid Chronicles) Jonathan Maberry (Joe Ledger) Lilith Saintcrow (Jill Kismet) Carrie Vaughn (Kitty Norville) Joseph Nassise (Templar Chronicles) Domino Finn (Black Magic Outlaw) Steven Savile (Glasstown) Caitlin Kittredge (Hellhound Chronicles) Jeffrey Somers (The Ustari Cycle) Sam Witt (Pitchfork County) Craig Schaefer (Daniel Faust) Jon F Merz (Lawson Vampire) Faith Hunter (Jane Yellowrock) & Diana Pharaoh Francis (Horngate Witches) ...

Please note this is a region B Blu-Ray & will require a region B or region free Blu-Ray player in order to play Anxious to explore the mysterious hidden world under metropolitan Berlin an international group of four urban explorers hires a local guide Kris who leads them into the maze of escape tunnels & subterranean fortifications under the city When their guide has a bad fall two of the girls in the group frantically set off to seek help while Denis the young American stays behind Armin a former East German border guard suddenly appears from nowhere Out of sheer desperation Denis allows Armin to lead them & their unconscious guide to safety & it is at this moment that Denis realizes he has just made the biggest mistake of his life! Actors Nathanlie Kelley Nick Eversman Klaus Stigmeier & Max Riemelt Director Andy Fetscher Certificate 18 years & over Year 2011 Languages English Additional Languages German Subtitles English Duration 1 hour & 30 minutes (approx) ...

Please note this is a region 2 DVD & will require a region 2 or region free DVD player in order to play Anxious to explore the mysterious hidden world under metropolitan Berlin an international group of four urban explorers hires a local guide Kris who leads them into the maze of escape tunnels & subterranean fortifications under the city When their guide has a bad fall two of the girls in the group frantically set off to seek help while Denis the young American stays behind Armin a former East German border guard suddenly appears from nowhere Out of sheer desperation Denis allows Armin to lead them & their unconscious guide to safety & it is at this moment that Denis realizes he has just made the biggest mistake of his life! Actors Nathanlie Kelley Nick Eversman Klaus Stigmeier & Max Riemelt Director Andy Fetscher Certificate 18 years & over Year 2011 Languages English Additional Languages German Subtitles English Duration 1 hour & 30 minutes (approx) ...

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