Forests of hope: stories of regenerationIn the midst of international concern about the many threats posed to the world's forests, there are stories of hope. Across the globe, forest dwellers and concerned groups are making a success of sylvan management and conservation projects. This book presents their experiences, showing how the lives of people and communities are becoming integrated with the preservation, use, and enjoyment of forests. |
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| Title | Forests of hope: stories of regeneration |
| Author | Christian Küchli |
| Edition | illustrated |
| Publisher | New Society Publishers, 1997 |
| Original from | the University of Michigan |
| Digitized | 4 Mar 2010 |
| Length | 244 pages |
| Subjects | › › Forest conservation Forest ecology Forest products Nature / Ecosystems & Habitats / Forests & Rainforests Nature / Environmental Conservation & Protection Nature / Trees & Forests Science / Life Sciences / Ecology Sustainable forestry Technology & Engineering / Agriculture / Forestry |
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