Comparative Plant Succession among Terrestrial Biomes of the World by Karel Prac

Description: Comparative Plant Succession among Terrestrial Biomes of the World by Karel Prach, Lawrence R. Walker This book provides the first global synthesis comparing plant succession across all major terrestrial biomes and disturbances. Students and researchers in ecology, restoration ecology and conservation biology will benefit from insights into general patterns, and restorationists can utilize succession concepts in a rapidly changing world. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Despite a century of study by ecologists, recovery following disturbances (succession) is not fully understood. This book provides the first global synthesis that compares plant succession in all major terrestrial biomes and after all major terrestrial disturbances. It asks critical questions such as: Does succession follow general patterns across biomes and disturbance types? Do factors that control succession differ from biome to biome? If common drivers exist, what are they? Are they abiotic or biotic, or both? The authors provide insights on broad, generalizable patterns that go beyond site-specific studies, and present discussions on factors such as varying temporal dynamics, latitudinal differences, human-caused vs. natural disturbances, and the role of invasive alien species. This book is a must-read for researchers and students in ecology, plant ecology, restoration ecology and conservation biology. It also provides a valuable framework to aid land managers attempting to manipulate successional recovery following increasingly intense and widespread human-made disturbances. Author Biography Karel Prach is Professor of Botany in the Faculty of Science, University of South Bohemia, and Senior Research Scientist at the Institute of Botany, Czech Academy of Science, Czech Republic. He has published extensively in the areas of succession, restoration, river floodplains and ecology of alien plants. He is current President of the Czech Botanical Society. Lawrence R. Walker is Professor Emeritus in the School of Life Sciences, University of Nevada, Las Vegas. His research focuses on succession, disturbance ecology and restoration. He taught ecology, conservation biology and scientific writing for thirty years. He has published ten previous books, is an ISI Highly Cited Researcher and was the Wilder Chair in Botany at the University of Hawaii (2009–2010). Table of Contents Part I. Plant Succession and Biomes: 1. Introduction; 2. Humans and succession; 3. Terrestrial biomes; Part II. Succession by Disturbance Type: 4. Comparative approach; 5. Volcanoes; 6. Glaciers; 7. Cyclones; 8. Dunes; 9. Landslides; 10. Floods; 11. Fire; 12. Clearcuts; 13. Plowed fields; 14. Mines; 15. Other disturbances; Part III. Synthesis: 16. Synthesis; 17. Conclusions and future research challenges. Review … a useful reference volume for students of succession … Prach and Walker … succeed in their comprehensive survey of plant succession, and in highlighting the many gaps for future research. Gillian L Rapson, Conservation Biology… a much-needed summary and synthesis in a single volume … By presenting a thorough, detailed comparative summary of plant succession research to date, Prach and Walker provide the needed foundation for future successional research. Cynthia Chang, The Quarterly Review of Biology Promotional Provides a comparative approach to plant succession among all terrestrial biomes and disturbances, helping to reveal generalizable patterns. Review Quote ... a useful reference volume for students of succession ... Prach and Walker ... succeed in their comprehensive survey of plant succession, and in highlighting the many gaps for future research. Gillian L Rapson, Conservation Biology Promotional "Headline" Provides a comparative approach to plant succession among all terrestrial biomes and disturbances, helping to reveal generalizable patterns. Description for Bookstore This book provides the first global synthesis comparing plant succession across all major terrestrial biomes and disturbances. Students and researchers in ecology, restoration ecology and conservation biology will benefit from insights into general patterns, and restorationists can utilize succession concepts in a rapidly changing world. Description for Library This book provides the first global synthesis comparing plant succession across all major terrestrial biomes and disturbances. Students and researchers in ecology, restoration ecology and conservation biology will benefit from insights into general patterns, and restorationists can utilize succession concepts in a rapidly changing world. Details ISBN1108460240 Author Lawrence R. Walker Publisher Cambridge University Press Year 2020 ISBN-10 1108460240 ISBN-13 9781108460248 Format Paperback Imprint Cambridge University Press Place of Publication Cambridge Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 581.718 Affiliation University of Nevada, Las Vegas Language English Publication Date 2020-05-14 Pages 412 UK Release Date 2020-05-14 AU Release Date 2020-05-14 NZ Release Date 2020-05-14 Illustrations Worked examples or Exercises; 66 Halftones, black and white; 25 Line drawings, black and white Series Ecology, Biodiversity and Conservation Alternative 9781108472760 Audience Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:145402722;

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