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The ocean of life

Paperback • 2013 • English

The ocean of life: the fate of man and the sea

By Roberts, Callum M.

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About the book

Putting our exploitation of the seas into historical context, Roberts offers a devastating account of the impact of modern fishing techniques, pollution, and climate change, and reveals what it would take to steer the right course while there is still time

Narrative theme: Environmental issues / the natural world
Narrative theme: Social issues
Climate change

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ISBN

9780143123484

Publisher

Penguin Books

Published year

2013

Language

English

Original title

The ocean of life

Format

Paperback

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