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The Vanishing Continent: Australia's Degraded Environment Prose Books by Bob Beale.

Synopsis

Title: The Vanishing Continent: Australia's Degraded Environment
Author/Publisher: Bob Beale, Hachette Australia
Publication Year: 1990
Format: 207-page Illustrated Paperback

Published in 1990 by Hachette Australia, "The Vanishing Continent: Australia's Degraded Environment" by Bob Beale serves as a significant non-fiction examination of the environmental challenges facing Australia at the close of the 20th century.

Targeted at an adult audience, this work delves into critical environmental issues, drawing on themes from natural science, geography, and geosciences to present a comprehensive overview of the continent's ecological health.

• Australia's Environmental Snapshot: The book meticulously details the specific forms of environmental degradation impacting Australia, offering a vital historical perspective on the nation's ecological challenges as perceived in the late 1980s.
• Geographical and Scientific Context: Beale explores the intricate interplay between Australia's unique geography and the scientific underpinnings of its environmental problems, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the forces at play.
• Visual Insights: As an illustrated work, the text is complemented by visual material, enhancing the narrative and offering clearer insights into the complex environmental concerns discussed.

This 1990 publication offers a foundational insight into Australia's environmental discourse. It remains a valuable resource for understanding the historical context and initial analyses of the ecological issues that continue to shape the continent, appealing to environmental historians and scholars alike.

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

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