Conserving Natural Value / Edition 1

by Holmes Rolston III

Overview

— World Conservation Union

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780231079013
Publisher:	Columbia University Press
Publication date:	09/01/1994
Series:	Issues, Cases, and Methods in Biodiversity Conservation
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	259
Product dimensions:	6.02(w) x 8.96(h) x 0.64(d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

HOLMES ROLSTON III is professor of philosophy at Colorado State University.

Editorial Reviews

This is an introduction to the ethical questions involved in biological conservation. . . . The book includes case studies on the spotted owl, the sale of elephant ivory, research in zoos, hybrid animals, and animal welfare.

World Conservation Union

Argues for protecting the earth's environment by discussing the values of nature and culture, diversity and complexity, ecosystem integrity and health, and wildlife; and anthropocentric and intrinsic values. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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