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Biological diversity is considered one of the most urgent environmental concerns. This book explores the historical roots of biological diversity, tracing the evolution of the term as well as the history of the conservation traditions that contributed to its rapid acceptance and popularity.

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“In examining an idea that is now driving conservation worldwide, Tim Farnham gets the story right in a way that no one else has. His book is richly detailed, yet catches the large themes beautifully.”—Elliott Norse, president, Marine Conservation Biology Institute

-- Elliott Norse

"This book contributes something unique to the literature of what might be called the history and philosophy of conservation. It treats the term and concept of biodiversity itself as its subject and provides an analytic and historical study of it."—J. Baird Callicott, University of North Texas

-- J. Baird Callicott

Saving Natures Legacy Origins of the Idea of Biological Diversity

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      Publisher Yale University Press
      Published 6 August 2007
      ISBN-13 9780300120059
      978-0300120059
      ISBN-10 0300120052
      Also in:
      Earth Sciences, Geography & Environment Biodiversity / Ecosystems Conservation of wildlife and habitats

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Biological diversity is considered one of the most urgent environmental concerns. This book explores the historical roots of biological diversity, tracing the evolution of the term as well as the history of the conservation traditions that contributed to its rapid acceptance and popularity.

      Trade Review

      “In examining an idea that is now driving conservation worldwide, Tim Farnham gets the story right in a way that no one else has. His book is richly detailed, yet catches the large themes beautifully.”—Elliott Norse, president, Marine Conservation Biology Institute

      -- Elliott Norse

      "This book contributes something unique to the literature of what might be called the history and philosophy of conservation. It treats the term and concept of biodiversity itself as its subject and provides an analytic and historical study of it."—J. Baird Callicott, University of North Texas

      -- J. Baird Callicott

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