ISBN: 9780521262330 - antarctic science (20 resultados)

Hardback. Condición: Good. This beautifully illustrated book reviews the development of science in Antarctica from its early beginnings, in the age of Captain Cook, to the present complexity of the 1980s when research teams from many nations work side by side. Three major areas, biological science, the earth sciences and atmospheric science are examined individually, highlighting the principal achievements of the past 25 years, and providing an up-to-date account of our present understanding of this frozen continent. Concern over the future of the Antarctic Treaty and the probable main directions of future research, provide an indication of the importance of Antarctica to all scientific disciplines. This unique natural laboratory for science is now being investigated by eighteen countries. International interest in Antarctica grows apace and, whatever its future use by mankind, its sensible management will require a good, scientific basis. …

Condición: Good. First Edition. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. …

Condición: Very Good. First Edition. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.…

Condición: Good. First Edition. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. …

Hardback. Condición: Good. This beautifully illustrated book reviews the development of science in Antarctica from its early beginnings, in the age of Captain Cook, to the present complexity of the 1980s when research teams from many nations work side by side. Three major areas, biological science, the earth sciences and atmospheric science are examined individually, highlighting the principal achievements of the past 25 years, and providing an up-to-date account of our present understanding of this frozen continent. Concern over the future of the Antarctic Treaty and the probable main directions of future research, provide an indication of the importance of Antarctica to all scientific disciplines. This unique natural laboratory for science is now being investigated by eighteen countries. International interest in Antarctica grows apace and, whatever its future use by mankind, its sensible management will require a good, scientific basis. …

hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Condición: very_good. Gently read. May have name of previous ownership, or ex-library edition. Binding tight; spine straight and smooth, with no creasing; covers clean and crisp. Minimal signs of handling or shelving. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships USPS Media Mail.…

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. Not ex-library.

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Near Fine. 1st Edition. Light sunning of the dust jacket. Shipped from the Calico Cat Bookshop, a brick and mortar bookshop established in 1975. Size: Quarto. Book.

Condición: Near Fine/Near Fine. 1st. 4to. 280pp. NO INTERNATIONAL OR PRIORITY. Remainder line top edge.

Condición: Fair. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. Clean from markings. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. No dust jacket. Likely signed by author. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,1500grams, ISBN:052126233X.…

Hardcover. Condición: Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Good. Good condition hard cover, with good condition jacket, some wear to jacket, previous owner details to title page, otherwise in a good readable condition.

Hardcover w/DJ. Condición: Very Good/Very Good. First Edition. Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press. Very Good/Very Good. 1987. First Edition. Hardcover w/DJ. Sm 4to., 280 pp., dust jacket light shelf wear to edges and corners, corners lightly bumped, otherwise very good; cover light shelf wear to edges and corners, corners and spine tips lightly bumped, otherwise very good; pages clean and unmarked. . Black & White/Color Illus. & Photos (ilustrador).…

First Edition. 1987 1st edition in smart, tight binding with numerous colour and B&W illustrations; dust jacket a little discoloured; scattered foxing to top and main fore-edges; otherwise, a clean, tidy copy. Used - Very Good. VG hardback in VG dust jacket Used - Very Good. VG hardback in VG dust jacket.…

Hardcover. Condición: VG+. Estado de la sobrecubierta: VG+. 1st. 280 pages. part 1 Geography, politics and science. part II life in a cold environment, part III Antarctic ice and rocks, part IV the Antarctic atmosphere and part V Cooperation or confrontation? Bottom of last few pages and bottom of DW lightly stained - else a near fine copy. Heavy book requiring extra shipping overseas.…

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good Dust Jacket. (8)280pp. Biblio. Index. Profusely illustrated in color and black & white. Size: Folio - over 12" - 15" tall.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. 1st Edition. Some slight spotting on closed page edges, may be an extra postage charge to some countries because of the weight of this book, but no extra will be needed for United Kingdom orders.

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Fine. First Edition. 4to. A fine copy in a fine dustwrapper. Pp.viii,280. Many illustrations including colour. This is a review of the major international developments in Antarctic sciense.

Condición: Very Good. 1st ediiton. Cloth, dj, F/VG+. viii+280pp, illustrated in colour & b/w throughout, index, closed tear to dustjacket, otherwise a fine copy. The book covers the following topics - Geography, Politics & Science - Life in a Cold Environment - Antarctic Ice & Rocks - The Antarctic Atmosphere - Cooperation or Confrontation? 1550 grams.…

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. 1st Edition. First edition, first impression 1987 near fine hardback, light foxing to page edges, in a very good dust wrapper, corners and edges lightly rubbed, cover edges slightly browned. Protected by clear removable archival covering. No inscription. 280 pages with index. 3 Appendices. Maps. Diagrams. Illustrations. Bibliography. EXTRA SHIPPING For Overseas Buyers.…