The Encyclopedia of Human Ecology [2 volumes] - Tapa dura

"The Encyclopedia of Human Ecology seeks to be the 'single authoritative source' (p. ix) in the field, and it succeeds in doing so without the use of technical prose and jargon . . . people of all intellectual levels may find The Encyclopedia of Human Ecology to be a useful resource. It would be a welcome addition to middle school, high school, and undergraduate libraries." - American Reference Books Annual "Tracing human ecology back to government-mandated home economics programs of the 1890s, this work emphasizes the importance of an integrated approach to the study of the human condition-an approach that involves the myriad ways humans interact with each other and their environments. Written by experts in public health, biology, sociology, and education, the 250-plus signed articles range in topic from children of alcoholics to indoor air pollution." - Library Journal "The authoritative, scholarly articles provide more in-depth information than a general encyclopedia . . . This well-documented resource will prove useful in larger libraries for health, life-skills, psychology, and sociology classes." - School Library Journal "The editors have succeeded in their ambitious goal of creating a single authoritative source for the study of human ecology. This unique encyclopedia is recommended for academic and large public libraries." - Booklist "It is difficult to find any source that clearly identifies and explains terms used in the field. Miller's encyclopedia does this effectively. Definitions of terms are easy to understand yet comprehensive. . . . Recommended." - Choice

The first-and only-source to integrate the multiple disciplines and professions exploring the many ways people interact with the natural and designed environments in which we live. * 250+ entries on topics such as eating disorders, AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases, peer group relations, and transitioning to young adulthood * A diverse group of contributors from the fields of architecture, biology, geology, sociology, psychology, urban planning, and more * Illustrations and photographs to enhance the coverage * Biographies of major people in the field