geoheritage, geotourism and conservation in the Galapagos Islands /
First Statement of Responsibility
Daniel Kelley, Kevin Page, Diego Quiroga, Raul Salazar.
.PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC
Place of Publication, Distribution, etc.
Cham, Switzerland :
Name of Publisher, Distributor, etc.
Springer,
Date of Publication, Distribution, etc.
2019.
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
Specific Material Designation and Extent of Item
1 online resource
SERIES
Series Title
Geoheritage, geoparks and geotourism,
ISSN of Series
2363-7668
INTERNAL BIBLIOGRAPHIES/INDEXES NOTE
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Includes bibliographical references.
CONTENTS NOTE
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Introduction -- The Geological Evolution of the Galapagos Islands -- The Origins and Ecology of the Galapagos Islands -- Geoconservation, Geotourism and Sustainable Development in the Galapagos -- The Geodiversity and Geoheritage of the Galapagos Islands: A Geotouristic Guide.
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SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
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This book provides the first-ever overview of and guide to the geological setting and related features of the famous, volcanically active Galapagos Islands, as well as an in-depth analysis of the setting's relationship to the region's unique and iconic ecology, and its conservation. Further, it provides an introduction to human settlement and activity on the islands, including the transition from subsistence to a fishing economy and more recently tourism, all in the context of increasingly restrictive conservation regulations. Importantly, the book also explores the development of the concept and practice of sustainable development across the islands as a framework for future economic development, pursuing an approach that reconciles the needs of the resident population with conservation of this fragile environment. The book is intended for a broad readership, from those engaged in geological and ecological studies, college and university educators and conservation practitioners, to more general visitors to the islands.
ACQUISITION INFORMATION NOTE
Source for Acquisition/Subscription Address
Springer Nature
Stock Number
com.springer.onix.9783030059156
OTHER EDITION IN ANOTHER MEDIUM
Title
In the footsteps of Darwin.
International Standard Book Number
9783030059149
TOPICAL NAME USED AS SUBJECT
Geodiversity-- Galapagos Islands.
Geology-- Social aspects-- Galapagos Islands.
Geoparks-- Galapagos Islands.
Geotourism-- Galapagos Islands.
Nature conservation-- Social aspects-- Galapagos Islands.