Encyclopedia of World Environmental History

While the relationship between man and nature has been a constant feature of the human situation, the human impact on the environment has only recently become a topic of general interest to students, as well as to scholars and professionals in disciplines across the board.This three-volume set, written by a team of international experts, provides not only broad historical coverage on how human beliefs and actions have altered the natural world, but also covers the latest developments in the field. An analysis of natural phenomena and events and their impact on human societies is also included.For a full list of entries, contributors, and more, visit the Encyclopedia of World Environmental History website.Also includes 20 maps.Krech, Shepard, III is the author of 'Encyclopedia of World Environmental History' with ISBN 9780415937320 and ISBN 0415937329.