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Blue Frontier David Helvarg

Blue Frontier By David Helvarg

Blue Frontier by David Helvarg


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In "The Blue Frontier", David Helvarg discusses the current state of U.S. marine ecosystems and profiles ongoing efforts by ocean activists, advocates and coastal communities that may lead to the future protection and restoration of the oceans.

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Blue Frontier by David Helvarg

In The Blue Frontier Helvarg discusses the current state of U.S. marine ecosystems and profiles ongoing efforts by ocean activists, advocates and coastal communities that may lead to the future protection and restoration of the oceans.

Blue Frontier Reviews

"Pick up B"lue Frontier and you won't be able to put it down."
--Paul R. Ehrlich, author of "Human Natures: Genes, Cultures, and the Human Prospect
"An illuminating, insightful and sobering look at our imperiled oceans--and the challenges we must overcome if we are to save our 'blue frontier.'"
--Ted Danson, actor, Founding President, American Oceans Campaign
"Helvarg's on-site and at-sea narrative puts you where the action is."
--Carl Safina, author of "Song for the Blue Ocean
"I thought I knew the ocean, until I read David Helvarg's book. "Blue Frontier is a fascinating read."
--Alexandra Paul, actress, Baywatch
"A must-read for anyone seeking to put the current debate in context."
--Jim Toomey, syndicated cartoonist, "Sherman's Lagoon
"This insightful new book underscores the full measure of the challenge before us: If we hope to explore the blue frontier, we must travel cautiously, repairing the damage we have done, understanding before we exploit, and always preserving the natural systems that have created it."
--Senator John F. Kerry

"Pick up B"lue Frontier" and you won't be able to put it down."
--Paul R. Ehrlich, author of "Human Natures: Genes, Cultures, and the Human Prospect"

"An illuminating, insightful and sobering look at our imperiled oceans--and the challenges we must overcome if we are to save our 'blue frontier.'"
--Ted Danson, actor, Founding President, American Oceans Campaign

"Helvarg's on-site and at-sea narrative puts you where the action is."
--Carl Safina, author of "Song for the Blue Ocean"

"I thought I knew the ocean, until I read David Helvarg's book. "Blue Frontie"r is a fascinating read."
--Alexandra Paul, actress, Baywatch

"A must-read for anyone seeking to put the current debate in context."
--Jim Toomey, syndicated cartoonist, "Sherman's Lagoon"

"This insightful new book underscores the full measure of the challenge before us: If we hope to explore the blue frontier, we must travel cautiously, repairing the damage we have done, understanding before we exploit, and always preserving the natural systems that have created it."
--Senator John F. Kerry

About David Helvarg

DAVID HELVARG is a prize-winning journalist.

Table of Contents

Introduction - Fool's Gold - From Sea to Shining Sea - Oceanographers and Admirals - Quarrel on the Littoral - Oil and Water - A Rising Tide - Paradise With An Ocean View - Flushing the Coast - The Last Fish? - Drowning in Red Tape - Sanctuaries in the Sea - The Seaweed Rebellion - Notes and References - Bibliography

Additional information

CIN0716737159G
9780716737155
0716737159
Blue Frontier by David Helvarg
Used - Good
Hardback
W.H.Freeman & Co Ltd
2001-04-30
320
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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