This debate-style reader is designed to introduce students to controversies in environmental policy and science. The readings, which represent the arguments of leading environmentalists, scientists, and policymakers, reflect a variety of viewpoints and are staged as "pro" and "con" debates. Issues are organized around four core areas: general philosophical and political issues, the environment and technology, disposing of wastes, and the environment and the future.
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This debate-style reader is designed to introduce students to controversies in environmental policy and science. The readings, which represent the arguments of leading environmentalists, scientists, and policymakers, reflect a variety of viewpoints and are staged as "pro" and "con" debates. Issues are organized around four core areas: general philosophical and political issues, the environment and technology, disposing of wastes, and the environment and the future.
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Add this copy of Taking Sides: Clashing Views on Controversial Issues to cart. $9.30, good condition, Sold by Bookwitch rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Concord, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1983 by Dushkin, Guilford, Ct. 1983,.
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Good in Very Good jacket. Book Octavo, hardcover, in dj. Environmental controversies. First Ed. First Printing. good ex school lib; pocket remains in back, stamp in front, dj in mylar, else VG. Provides a clear, well-stated, and sharply opposed viewpoints on critical issues. Here are 15 critical environmental issues. Each has a background and introduction and postscript summary. Such questions as: does wilderness have intrinsic value, is population control the key to preventing environmental deterioration.
