- Paperback: 232 pages
- Publisher: Princeton University Press; New Ed edition (27 Jan 2003)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0691113688
- ISBN-13: 978-0691113685
- Product Dimensions: 21.3 x 14.2 x 1.8 cm
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 4,836,439 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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[This] book is engaging, and its message is important: our national parks will never be outdoor museums; nature's nature is change. -- Christine Kenneally, The New York Times Book Review
A valuable addition to the growing body of nontechnical works that bridge the gap between scientists and a public increasingly savvy about natural resource issues. -- Thomas Good, American Scientist
Reice has succeeded here in making the case for major policy changes in environmental management. -- "Wildlife Activist
[A] pithy, nontechnical work filled with interesting examples. . . . A well-presented combination of science and advocacy -- "Booklist
In a narrative style reflecting a strong personal commitment to and belief in conservation, Reice offers an overview of the history, evolution, and current trends in disturbance ecology interlaced with his personal philosophies and policy recommendations. . . . His convictions and commitment to conservation are described with clarity and passion, drawing on personal and research experience. -- Chandra Heaton, Ecological Engineering
Must reading for ecologists. -- "Choice
The Silver Lining is well structured, straightforward and highly readable. . . . Reice's blend of pertinent ecological theory, well-chosen case studies, and personal observation is likely to appeal to most environmentally conscious readers. -- "Science Books & Films
A valuable addition to the growing body of nontechnical works that bridge the gap between scientists and a public increasingly savvy about natural resource issues. -- Thomas Good, American Scientist
Reice has succeeded here in making the case for major policy changes in environmental management. -- "Wildlife Activist
[A] pithy, nontechnical work filled with interesting examples. . . . A well-presented combination of science and advocacy -- "Booklist
In a narrative style reflecting a strong personal commitment to and belief in conservation, Reice offers an overview of the history, evolution, and current trends in disturbance ecology interlaced with his personal philosophies and policy recommendations. . . . His convictions and commitment to conservation are described with clarity and passion, drawing on personal and research experience. -- Chandra Heaton, Ecological Engineering
Must reading for ecologists. -- "Choice
The Silver Lining is well structured, straightforward and highly readable. . . . Reice's blend of pertinent ecological theory, well-chosen case studies, and personal observation is likely to appeal to most environmentally conscious readers. -- "Science Books & Films
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This book fills a vacant niche, as most of the literature on sustainable development comes from economists, social scientists, or resource managers and does a very poor job addressing the pertinent ecological theory. The Silver Lining adds a valuable perspective to this body of literature.
(Peter Kareiva, University of Washington ) --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
(Peter Kareiva, University of Washington ) --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
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At the beginning of the new millennium, we are faced with a seemingly endless series of environmental crises. Read the first page
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A More Realistic Model of Change in Natural Ecosystems
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This is a concise, very clear overview of the nonequilibrium dynamics in ecosystems -- why natural "disasters" are actually beneficial to the environment by encouraging biodiversity. The old, equilibrium models miss the fundamental role of the environment in species frequency and distribition -- see The Theory of Island Biogeography (E. O. Wilson) and The Song of the Dodo (David Quammen). While I thorougly enjoyed The Song of the Dodo as creative science writing, this drier and shorter volume provides a better basis for thinking about, and managing, our environment.
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