Includes bibliographical references (p. 333-338) and index.
Our unique planet -- The interactive Earth -- The hydrosphere and the atmosphere -- The biosphere : life on Earth -- Earth's major ecosystems -- Habitat and biodiversity -- People, population, and resources -- Living resources I : forests, wildlife, and fisheries -- Living resources II : soils and agriculture -- Mineral resources -- Energy resources -- Water resources -- Water pollution and soil pollution -- Air pollution -- Cities and waste management -- Global change.