Geography, Environment, Earth Sciences & Planning Books

Electric wind offers an innovative history of modern Britain, told through the pursuit of wind energy.

First published in 1986, for the second edition of this text (previously only covering up to 1970) in A Social History of Housing 1815-1985, John Burnett has extended his study to take account of the next fifteen years. It remains a comprehensive and...

Originally published in 1985, this book provided a broad review of the range of systems of housing finance used throughout the developed and developing world at the time. It surveys the development of housing finance and the ways in which individual...

Originally published in 1978, this study critically appraises the nature, extent and economic rationale for government intervention in the private and public housing sectors, and explores the effects of policies through fiscal and social instruments in...

Originally published in 1995, this innovative collection provides a multidisciplinary and cross-national perspective on the links between housing, personal wealth and the family in contemporary society. The contributions include analyses from the USA,...

How Good Are Parklets? traces the parklet's history, from its invention in 2005 as an experiment that tactically reclaimed street space for broader public use, to its surge in popularity worldwide after the COVID-19 pandemic for outdoor dining, community...

This book focuses on the complex and contested nature of transformation in India, from a social and political ecology perspective.

This book investigates multi-disciplinary approaches to addressing the health of disadvantaged communities through equitable community development systems (CDSs).

This handbook brings together a variety of expert scholars with industry specialists to offer the most authoritative overview of Green Finance to date, presenting the state of the art. It focuses on Green Finance in a comprehensive way, discussing its...

This book explains the science of photovoltaics (PV) in a way that most people can understand, using the curriculum which reflects the core modules of the NABCEP Associate Exam.

Human Rights and the Architecture of Conflict exposes real estate developers' role in entrenching ethnic and political divisions from Baltimore to Belfast and beyond.

Originally published in 1973, this book is an introduction to the study of population history since the Industrial Revolution and focuses on the experience of England and Wales.

Originally published in 1924, and inevitably a product of the time in which it was published, the author assumes that people exercise their powers of reproduction near to capacity.

Originally published in 1972, this book illustrates why China's population problems are complex. It discusses 20th Century phenomena such as the decline in China's death rate and the possible effects of density pressure on migration, on China's ethnic...

Contested Waste' examines socio-environmental conflicts involving waste pickers in the Global South, uncovering the systemic injustices that underpin contemporary waste policies.

L'Italia Geographica Illustrata, adornata da finissime incisioni, offre una dettagliata esplorazione geografica dell'Italia. Corredata dalle carte geografiche delle regioni, questo volume rappresenta una risorsa inestimabile per gli studiosi di storia,...

"A New School Atlas Of Modern Geography" by John White, presents a comprehensive view of global geography as it was understood at the time of publication. This atlas is designed as an educational resource, offering detailed maps and geographical...

Contrato Social De La Real Compañía Del Canal De Tamarite De Litera... presents the foundational agreement of the Royal Company of the Tamarite de Litera Canal, a significant historical document detailing the establishment and operation of this...

Annaes Historicos Do Estado Do Maranhão, by Bernardo Pereira de Berredo, offers a detailed historical account of the Brazilian state of Maranhão from its discovery up to the year 1718. This comprehensive work, dedicated to King João V of Portugal,...

Historia De La Conquista De La Provincia De El Itza, Reduccion, Y Progressos De La De El Lacandon Y Otras Naciones De Indios Barbaros, De La Mediacion De El Reyno De Guatimala, A Las Provincias De Yucatan... offers a detailed historical account of the...

Descrizione Topografica, Fisica, Economica, Politica De' Reali Dominj Al Di Qua Del Faro Nel Regno Delle Due Sicilie Con Cenni Storici Fin Da' Tempi Avanti Il Dominio De' Romani, Volume 1, by Giuseppe Del Re, offers a detailed examination of the Kingdom...

"Land Prices and Land Speculation in the Bluegrass Region of Kentucky" examines the historical trends and economic factors influencing land values in one of Kentucky's most fertile and historically significant areas. Garnet Wolsey Forster provides a...

Discover Martin de la Bastide's compelling memoir, "Mémoire Sur Un Nouveau Passage De La Mer Du Nord À La Mer Du Sud...", detailing a proposed new passage from the North Sea to the South Sea. This historical account offers insights into...

"Dictionnaire Des Communes Du Département De L'aisne" is a historical reference work detailing the communes (municipalities) within the Aisne department of France. Compiled by Jean J. Baget and Alexandre Lecointe, this dictionary provides...

"Journals Kept in Hyderabad, Kashmir, Sikkim, and Nepal, Volume 1" offers a fascinating glimpse into the travels and observations of Sir Richard Temple during his time in British India. This volume provides detailed accounts of his experiences in...

Les Richesses Minérales De Madagascar offre une exploration détaillée des ressources minérales de Madagascar. Écrit par le Dr. Antoine Merle, cet ouvrage examine en profondeur la géologie et la minéralogie...

"Reclamation of Water From Sewage and Industrial Wastes: Progress Report Volume No. 68-62" presents findings on water reclamation techniques from the early 1960s. This historical document offers insights into the methods and technologies employed to...

El Libro de la Tierra, escrito por Osmundo Arriola y publicado originalmente en 1931, ofrece una exploración del planeta Tierra. Este libro examina diversos aspectos de nuestro mundo, desde su geografía física hasta sus recursos naturales y la...

Iconographia botanica exotica, sive Hortus botanicus, Volume 2, by H. G. Ludwig Reichenbach, is a detailed botanical atlas published in Latin in 1824. This volume continues the tradition of meticulously documenting exotic plants through detailed...

Traité des gîtes minéraux et métallifères is a comprehensive treatise on mineral deposits and metalliferous ores. This historical text, originating from a course in applied geology at the École Supérieure des...

"Till Robinson-ön och världens ände" (To Robinson Island and the End of the World) by Carl Skottsberg recounts the author's expedition to the Juan Fernández Islands, also known as Robinson Crusoe Island, off the coast of Chile. Written in...

Nederlandsche Timor-expeditie, 1910-1912. Beschreven door G.A.F. Molengraaff [et al.], Volume 2, chronicles the Dutch Timor Expedition of 1910-1912. Authored by G.A.F. Molengraaff and others, this volume details the geographical and exploratory aspects...

"Relacao do Novo Caminho que fez per Terra e mar Vindo da India par Portugal no Anno de 1663 o Padre Manuel Godin da Companhai de Jesus" recounts the arduous journey undertaken by Father Manuel Godinho of the Society of Jesus from India to Portugal in...

Delve into the comprehensive exploration of the Arctic's animal life with "Arctic Zoology, Volume 2," originally published in 1785 with a supplement in 1787. Authored by the esteemed Thomas Pennant, this volume offers detailed descriptions and...

Explore the comprehensive documentation of the "New Reclamation Era" in Volume 21, brought to you by the United States Bureau of Reclamation. This detailed volume provides valuable insights into the Bureau's ongoing efforts in water resources management...

The Conchological Magazine Volume v 11.41907, written in Japanese by Yoichiro Hirase, offers a detailed exploration of conchology, the study of mollusk shells. Published in 1907, this volume provides valuable insights into the classification, morphology,...

Inland Lakes of Michigan, Volume 30, offers a detailed exploration of Michigan's numerous inland lakes. Authored by Irving Day Scott, this volume provides descriptions and analyses of the geographical features, natural resources, and unique...

Explore the Earth's ancient secrets with "The Journal of Geology, Volume Jan-June 1894." This meticulously preserved volume, the second in the series, offers a fascinating glimpse into the geological research and discoveries of the late 19th century...

Dive into the world of corn cultivation with "Corn Culture," a comprehensive guide by Harry B. Potter. Originally published in 1910, this book offers a detailed look at the techniques and practices for successfully growing corn. From soil preparation to...

"The Mineral Resources and Manufacturing Facilities of the City of Cumberland, Md." offers a detailed snapshot of the industrial landscape of Cumberland, Maryland, circa 1875. Compiled by C.J. Orrick, this historical record provides valuable insights...

"On Dew" by John Aitken is a detailed scientific study of the formation of dew. Originally published in 1888, this work presents Aitken's meticulous observations and experiments on the condensation of atmospheric moisture. Aitken explores the conditions...

Faune malacologique terrestre, fluviatile et marine des environs de Brest (Finistère), published in 1885, is a detailed study of the molluscan fauna found in the Brest region of France. Authored by F. Daniel, this work meticulously catalogues the...