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The Work of Nature: How The Diversity Of Life Sustains Us,Used
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The lavish array of organisms known as 'biodiversity' is an intricately linked web that makes the earth a uniquely habitable planet. Yet pressures from human activities are destroying biodiversity at an unprecedented rate. How many species can be lost before the ecological systems that nurture life begin to break down?In The Work of Nature, noted science writer Yvonne Baskin examines the threats posed to humans by the loss of biodiversity. She summarizes and explains key findings from the ecological sciences, highlighting examples from around the world where shifts in species have affected the provision of clean air, pure water, fertile soils, lush landscapes, and stable natural communities.As Baskin makes clear, biodiversity is much more than number of species it includes the complexity, richness, and abundance of nature at all levels, from the genes carried by local populations to the layout of communities and ecosystems across the landscape. Ecologists are increasingly aware that mankind's wanton destruction of living organisms the planet's work force threatens to erode our basic life support services. With uncommon grace and eloquence, Baskin demonstrates how and why that is so.Distilling and bringing to life the work of the world's leading ecologists, The Work of Nature is the first book of its kind to clearly explain the practical consequences of declining biodiversity on ecosystem health and function.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'The Work of Nature'? A: 'The Work of Nature' focuses on the importance of biodiversity and how its loss impacts ecological systems that support life on Earth.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Work of Nature'? A: The author of 'The Work of Nature' is Yvonne Baskin, a noted science writer.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Work of Nature' have? A: 'The Work of Nature' contains 282 pages.
- Q: What condition is this book in? A: The book is listed as 'New' condition.
- Q: When was 'The Work of Nature' published? A: 'The Work of Nature' was published on August 1, 1998.
- Q: What type of binding does 'The Work of Nature' have? A: 'The Work of Nature' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in 'The Work of Nature'? A: Key themes include the interconnectedness of life, the threats to biodiversity, and the practical consequences of declining biodiversity on ecosystem health.
- Q: Is 'The Work of Nature' suitable for academic purposes? A: Yes, 'The Work of Nature' is suitable for academic purposes as it summarizes key ecological findings and provides insights into biodiversity.
- Q: What makes 'The Work of Nature' unique among other books on biodiversity? A: 'The Work of Nature' is unique in its clear explanation of the practical consequences of biodiversity loss on ecosystem health and function.
- Q: Can I find examples of biodiversity loss in 'The Work of Nature'? A: Yes, the book includes examples from around the world where shifts in species have impacted natural resources like clean air and water.