Getting Biodiversity Projects to Work Towards More Effective Conservation and Development

McShane, Thomas O. (Editor)/ Wells, Michael P. (Editor)

ISBN 10: 0231127642 / ISBN 13: 9780231127646

Published by Columbia Univ Pr, 2004

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442 pages. 9.00x6.00x1.25 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Getting Biodiversity Projects to Work Towards More Effective Conservation and Development
• Publisher: Columbia Univ Pr
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0231127642
• ISBN 13: 9780231127646
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.83 kilograms

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Synopsis

This book explores both the theoretical and practical underpinnings of integrated conservation and development. It synthesizes existing experience to better inform conservationists and decision makers of the role ICDPs play in conservation and management and analyzes their successes and shortcomings.

About the Author

Thomas O. McShane is senior conservation advisor to WWF International. He is coauthor of The Myth of Wild Africa: Conservation Without Illusion. Michael P. Wells is an independent conservation consultant and has published more than thirty articles and books on the environment and sustainable development, including People and Parks: Linking Protected Areas and Local Communities.