365 ways to save the earth
Bourseiller, Philippe200809UU
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Concerns about environmental fragility and global warming have moved to the forefront of public consciousness. Applicable to various aspects of daily life, from switching to energy-saving fluorescent bulbs in the workplace to how to responsibly dispose of paint, this book is suitable for those hoping to take part in preserving the planet. Within the last decade, concerns about environmental fragility and global warming have moved to the forefront of public consciousness and now play a significant role in our everyday lives. In 2005, acclaimed nature photographer Phillipe Boursellier teamed up with Abrams to conceive and create the successful "365 Ways to Save the Earth" in our bestselling 365 format.Now revamped with 50 per cent new, exclusive, and beautiful photographs and an all new text, culled from the latest environmental research, each spread pairs a breathtaking image with a simple action that will help save the earth. Applicable to all aspects of daily life, from switching to energy-saving fluorescent bulbs in the workplace to how to responsibly dispose of paint, "365 Ways to Save the Earth" is an indispensable, daily tool for anyone hoping to take part in preserving the planet.
Main title:
365 ways to save the earth / Philippe Bourseiller.
Author:
Imprint:
New York : Harry N. Abrams, Inc. : [distributor] Grantham Book Services Ltd : [distributor] Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd : [distributor] Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd : [distributor] Peter Hyde Associates (Pty) Ltd : [distributor] Harry N.Abrams B.V., 2008.
Collation:
752 p. : col., 365 fullimages ; 16x24 cm.
Notes:
Hardback.
Biography/History:
Philippe Bourseiller, five-time winner of the prestigious World Press Prize, photographs wild and unexplored places. As a mountain climber, cave explorer and diver, he is able to work under extreme conditions and capture unique, rarely seen images. His work regularly appears in magazines such as Life and National Geographic, and his highly acclaimed books include America's Park, Call of the Desert: The Sahara, and Volcanoes. Bourseiller was also awarded the Visa d'or at the International Festival of Photo Journalism in Perpignan, France.
ISBN:
9780810984073 (hbk)0810984075 (hbk)
Dewey class:
333.72
Local class:
333.72Y333.72
Language:
English
BRN:
706919