xvii 350 pages, indexed. There is an ownership signature on the front paste down and the front end paper, else the book is immaculate. Overseas customers please note the book is heavy and will attract additional postage. "It is widely accepted in the scientific community that climate change is a reality, and that changes are happening with increasing rapidity. In this second edition, leading climate researcher Barrie Pittock revisits the effects that global warming is having on our planet, in light of ever-evolving scientific research." "Presenting all sides of the arguments about the science and possible remedies, Pittock examines the latest analyses of climate changes, such as new and alarming observations regarding Arctic sea ice, the recently published IPCC Fourth Assessment Report, and the policies of the new Australian Government and how they affect the implementation of climate change initiatives." "Climate Change: The Science, Impacts and Solutions is an important reference for students in environmental or social sciences, policy makers, and people who are genuinely concerned about the future of our environment." (Back cover) CONTENTS: Climate change matters Learning from the past Projecting the future Uncertainty is inevitable, but risk is certain What climate changes are likely? Impacts : why be concerned? Adaptation : living with climate change Mitigation : limiting climate change Climate change in context The politics of greenhouse International concern and national interests Accepting the challenge. Glossary