{"product_id":"transforming-bangladesh-geography-people-economy-and-environment-9783031450921","title":"Transforming Bangladesh: Geography, People,","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book focuses on the transformation of Bangladesh in respect to its people, geography, economy and environment. The authors discuss current problems such as vulnerability caused by environmental degradation in Bangladesh but also opportunities of this rapidly changing country. The book explains how the country is rapidly transforming from a rural subsistence agrarian based economic system to a new economic partner contributing to global processes. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eBangladesh is presented as an example for the changes in the Global South, where a mismatch is often observed in linking resources and activities with environmental sustainability, possibly due to insufficient base-line knowledge. As faster growth is marginalizing resources to increase the GDP, the sustainability of resource exploitation is being questioned. The authors describe the vulnerable situation caused by possible sea-level rise, soil degradation, biodiversity loss, climate extremities, urbanization, and population displacement. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis volume offers comprehensive knowledge about the geography and environment of Bangladesh and aims to help readers further investigate the issues and work on solutions. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  The book appeals to academics, professionals and students at all levels interested in Bangladesh as well as environmental problems and geographical issues in a rapidly transforming country. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart 1\t: Geo-Physical Dynamics   (Gregor, Hugh Brammer, Shitanshu, Raquib)•\tGeological structure and the formation of Bengal Basin•\tRiver shifts and its impact on the surface modifications of the flood plain•\tThe Pleistocene Terrace: a unique landform with different environment•\tThe active and moribund deltas and their features•\tClimate pattern in Bangladesh and climate fluctuations\u003cbr\u003ePart 2: Bio-Physical Aspects (M.P. Rana)•\tSoil as a natural resource under stress•\tForest resources and its degradation•\tThreats to the Sundarban mangrove forest and aspects of its stakeholders\u003cbr\u003ePart 3\t: Changes in Society (Philip Gain)•\tOrigin of the ethnicity of Bangladesh•\tHistorical transformation and political changes•\tEthnic conflicts and the question of ethnic minorities (Adivasis)\u003cbr\u003ePart: 4: Land Resource and Land Use Pattern: (Raquib, Boris…..)•\tLand use pattern and land use change in Bangladesh•\tLand management and land use zoning for environment\u003cbr\u003ePart 5 \t: Towards Food Security and Food Self-sufficiency (Prof. Abdus Sattar, Agri University, Kathi)•\tAgriculture pattern and modernization of practices•\tCrop diversity, introduction of GM breeds and sustainable food supply•\tIrrigation, pesticide and fertilizer – and the other side of environment•\tInland and off-shore fish resources – solution for mass protein•\tShrimp farming and the question of land and social environment•\tFood security and future of food production\u003cbr\u003ePart 6: Changing Population Dynamics•\tPattern of demographic characteristics and prevailing trends in Bangladesh•\tPopulation migration pattern – internal and external\u003cbr\u003ePart 7: Rural Settlement Pattern (Prof. Baqee ….)•\tRural houses of Bangladesh and its spatial architectural aspects•\tRural settlement pattern and rural housing in Bangladesh\u003cbr\u003ePart 8: Urbanization: A Future Challenge  (Raquib, Boris, Tibor, Prof. Nazrul Islam)•\tUrbanization pattern in Bangladesh•\tUrban informal sectors – a place of socio-economic adaptation•\tUrban environment problems and government policies•\tMega city and mega challenge – a review of Dhaka city\u003cbr\u003ePart 9: Trade, Communication and Industries for Economic Growth (Boris ….)•\tPattern of internal and international trade•\tGarment industries and its impact on economic growth•\tThe foreign remittance sector: a question of sustainable contributor in economic growth•\tRailway communication – a ignored cheap means of transport•\tRiver transports and their problems•\tProspects of Indo-Bangladesh transport corridor – a possibility\u003cbr\u003ePart 10: Bangladesh in Growing International Sharing (Raquib …)•\tBangladesh’s international relations in change – a historical review•\tBangladesh’s bi-lateral and multilateral international conflicts\u003cbr\u003ePart 11: Natural Hazards and Changes in Livelihood Pattern  (Chandan Roy, Shoeb)•\tFlood management and water-logging in Bangladesh•\tCoastal cyclones: Sidr and Ayla and the cyclone of November 1970 – historical reviews•\tDrought in north-western Bangladesh and management•\tCoastal salinity increase and its impact on coastal environment•\tChanges in the livelihood pattern in coastal Bangladesh\u003cbr\u003ePart 12: Environmental Problems and Policies for Sustainable Living (Boris, Gregor, Raquib, Mehedi Azam)•\tMajor environmental problems in Bangladesh•\tBangladesh’s position in the international environment protocol•\tSurface water crises and management for eco-friendly development•\tGround water crisis and its impact on environment and health\u003cbr\u003ePart 13: Bangladesh Under Climate Change Threat (Raquib)•\tBangladesh under possible climate change threat •\tGovernment policies on climate change adaptation\/mitigation and its role in international dialogues•\tEducation curriculum and policy for environment and climate awareness\u003cbr\u003ePart 14: Development Policies and Future of Bangladesh•\tSelected Master Plans – Dhaka, Chittagong and Khulna – their strength in urban land use and environment management•\tBangladesh’s agriculture policy and the question of self-sufficiency•\tMicro-credit and poverty reduction: question of long term sustainability and social development•\tNGOs role in national development \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Springer International Publishing AG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51535707373911,"sku":"9783031450921","price":80.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9783031450921.jpg?v=1755862561","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/transforming-bangladesh-geography-people-economy-and-environment-9783031450921","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}