The Atlas of Global Conservation: Changes, Challenges, and Opportunities to Make a Difference Hardcover - 2010 - 1st Edition

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"What a treasure! It's exciting to see so much real information about nature and its fate presented so beautifully and accessibly. The Atlas' fact-backed case for urgent action builds steadily to a compelling conclusion. And the writing is every bit as good as the excellent graphics and photographs."--James Gustave Speth, author of Red Sky at Morning: America and the Crisis of the Global Environment

"Just as that first image of earth from space revealed the miraculous living planet we call home in a new light, this atlas rivets our attention both on its wonders and the opportunities to conserve it and provide a passport to a better future."--Thomas E. Lovejoy, The Heinz Center

"An amazing book. The story of life on earth, told through one-of-a-kind maps, stunning photos, and engaging stories. For decades, scientists have dreamed of the day when we would have enough information about the world's biodiversity to prepare maps like these. A must-have resource, source of inspiration, and guide for action."--Walter V. Reid, David and Lucile Packard Foundation

"Maps inspire conservation and partnerships everywhere we work. We should be grateful that one of the rising stars in conservation science, Jon Hoekstra, and his team, here give us superlative global data and maps of the world's riches and threats. An Atlas that focuses the mind on our investments where they can make the greatest difference."--Carter Roberts, World Wildlife Fund

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Citations

• Booklist, 09/01/2010, Page 132
• Choice, 09/01/2010, Page 0
• LJ Best Reference Sources, 11/15/2009, Page 52
• School Library Journal, 06/01/2010, Page 57
• Voice of Youth Advocates, 10/01/2010, Page 0