Island futures
conservation and development across the Asia-Pacific region
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Word Count
45,750 words, Guess
Page Count
183 pages
Identifiers
- Open LibraryOL25197578M
- ISBN-139784431539889
- ISBN-104431539883
- OCLC Control Number733240697
- OCLC Control Numberislandfuturescon00bald
and 1 more
- Library of Congress Control Number2011931086
Classifications
- LCCQH541.5.I8 I83 2011
Description
Many island societies now face the challenges of severe depopulation and loss of indigenous culture. In some cases, where the value of indigenous knowledge, nature and culture is widely recognized - as in the case of islands that are designated as, or have, Biosphere Reserves or World Heritage Sites - these challenges may be overcome. Even with such protections local cultures are often displaced by excessive tourist visitations, and the resulting ecosystem degradation and cultural commoditization. How best to manage and conserve the natural and cultural beauty, identity and diversity of island--
Subjects
Series Statement
- Global environmental studies
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- Island futures: conservation and development across the Asia-Pacific region
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