The Changing Nature of Scotland

Edited by Susan J. Marrs, Simon Foster, Catriona Hendrie, Edward C. Mackey and Des B.A. Thompson

The environmental challenges we face in the years ahead have never been so acute. With the effects of rapidly changing land-use, climate change and economic uncertainties already being felt, it is crucial that we have the best evidence available to underpin the way we care for nature.

The Changing Nature of Scotland provides a unique overview of environmental change across the land, water and seas of Scotland. The forty-two chapters have been written by over 80 authors from a wide range of backgrounds including industry, health, conservation charities, academics and government agencies. This represents a wealth of information about Scotland's nature, how it is changing, how we interact with it and what makes it important.

Reviews

"We thoroughly recommend this book...it provides a thorough overview of how Scotland's biodiversity, habitats and landscapes are changing..." BTO News January-February 2012

"Some of the most useful chapters are the ones that venture into unfamiliar territory for naturalists. Overall, the book is lavishly printed, with generous colour photographs, at an extremely reasonably price. Anyone involved with, or interested in, the management of Scotland's countryside and green spaces will find something of value here, as will readers who wish to learn more about the Scottish experience."  Michael Scott, British Wildlife, February 2012

Published 06 October 2011. The Changing Nature of Scotland can be ordered from The Stationery Office or is available through all good book outlets.

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With full colour images throughout, the book represents the most up-to-date account of Scotland's land, fresh waters and seas.