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Biodiversity

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Biodiversity

By: John Spicer
Narrated by: Miranda Nation
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 Biologist John Spicer shows how closely our future is linked with that of biodiversity while navigating listeners through some key problems facing our planet, including mass extinctions, population explosions, habitat destruction, and pollution. Along the way, he provides valuable insight into the impact humans have had upon the earth and its inhabitants, whether efforts such as ecotourism really help, and how scientists and economists calculate the 'value' of biodiversity. Passionately argued, this book is a must for anyone who has an appreciation for nature and wants to understand the real issues at stake in preserving it.©2006 John Spicer (P)2012 Bolinda Publishing Biological Sciences Environment Science
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One of the issues that will never go away is that of the well-being of planet Earth and how humans can best preserve it. Arising out of this topic lately has been the buzzword Biodiversity. A sharp and clever word, sure, but it’s a challenging topic that bears more than its fair share of debate. To help listeners get a handle on biodiversity and some of the major problems plaguing our planet, biologist John Spicer has created this easy-to-follow and engaging audiobook. Performed with a friendly and gentle delivery from experienced narrator Miranda Nation, this is a great primer for those wanting to know more about the planet they call home.

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“… Will appeal to intelligent non-specialists and may provide the incentive to study the subject in greater depth.” (Journal of Biological Education)
“Spicer combines his broad understanding of biodiversity with a passion to preserve it. I recommend it to anyone concerned about biodiversity.” (Steven C Stearns – Edward P Bass Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Yale University)
“A stimulating, authoritative and deeply rewarding read that makes you think about the natural world in a novel way.” (Ahmed Djoghlaf – Assistant Executive Director of the UN Environment Programme and Executive Secretary of the Convention on Biodiversity)

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Do not be fooled by the Title

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

If you are keen on building knowledge on a very impotant environmental issue this is a place to go to

What was one of the most memorable moments of Biodiversity: Bolinda Beginner Guides?

The logical manner in which biodiversity time line is explained

What three words best describe Miranda Nation’s voice?

precise, convincing ,warm

Was Biodiversity: Bolinda Beginner Guides worth the listening time?

Yes

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