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The fourth edition presents expanded treatment of subjects where our knowledge of the Everglades and its restoration has greatly improved. This more detailed coverage includes: Computer modeling and its applications to the Everglades environment Quantified role of water flow in shaping the Everglades landscape The origin and evolution of fixed tree islands Sulfur and related mercury as wetland pollutants Up-to-date summary of the now quantified economic benefits of restoration, shown to be far in excess of the cost The Everglades Handbook: Understanding the Ecosystem, Fourth Edition is a scholarly reference packed cover to cover with scientific information about the ecosystem of the Everglades - taking into account how drastically the Everglades has changed. Topically, the book covers disciplines ranging from ecology, geology, climatology, hydrology, anthropology to conservation biology. Written in Tom Lodge’s trademark accessible style, this extensively researched text is essential reading for anybody trying to understand the challenges we face in restoring this unique ecosystem.

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Presents a unique window into and insightful analysis of Everglades science Richly illustrated throughout with full-color images, many of which are from the author's unique collection Includes an exhaustive literature review, substantive tables, timelines and footnotes throughout that provide key details Provides an excellent overview of human-modifications of the Everglades landscape and a clear summary of the goals of restoration Offers a catalog of important figures, including historical photos, carefully-labeled maps, habitat cross-sections and color-coded succession and food-web diagrams

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