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The Australian Environment by N S Noble (Cloth, 1950) Natural History

By N S Noble

1950 • Cloth • CSIRO

Description

Title: The Australian Environment
Author/Publisher: N S Noble (CSIRO)
Publication Year: 1950
Format: Illustrated Cloth

The Australian Environment is a non-fiction ecological and scientific book published by CSIRO (Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation) around 1950, with N. S. Noble likely serving as an editor or contributor. This comprehensive work details the physical, biological, and climatic factors that define the Australian environment. This cloth-bound, Illustrated volume is a significant historical document of post-war Australian ecology and natural history research.

Synopsis

Published in 1950 by the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), N. S. Noble's 'The Australian Environment' stands as a foundational work in the study of Australia's natural world. This original, non-fiction volume offers a comprehensive look at the diverse factors shaping the continent's ecology, presented for an adult readership.

As a vintage natural history text, this book provides invaluable insight into scientific understanding and environmental perspectives from the mid-20th century. Its publication by Australia's premier scientific research agency underscores its authoritative content and importance in the nation's environmental literature.

  • Physical Geography and Climate: This section delves into the fundamental geological formations, distinctive landscapes, and the array of climatic zones that collectively define the Australian continent's unique physical character.
  • Biodiversity and Ecology: Explorations of Australia's unparalleled flora and fauna are presented, examining the adaptations of species and the intricate ecological relationships that underpin the various habitats across the nation.

An essential addition for collectors of Australiana, natural history, or scientific literature, 'The Australian Environment' offers a significant historical snapshot of the scientific exploration and understanding of the continent's natural heritage.

Condition

This item has been professionally inspected and is in Acceptable condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.

Specifications

Format Cloth
Condition Acceptable
Publisher CSIRO
Year 1950
Signed No
Subject Natural History
Vintage Yes
Language English
Ex Libris No
Inscribed No
Book Title The Australian Environment
Personalised No
Year Printed 1950
Custom Bundle No
Narrative Type Non-Fiction
Intended Audience Adults
Original/Facsimile Original
Special Attributes Illustrated

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