EARTH SCIENCE AND THE NATURAL HERITAGE:
Interactions and integrated management

The proceedings of the 1999 Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) conference on Earth science and the natural heritage: interactions and integrated management were published recently. The 34 chapters in the book are arranged in five parts and reflect the paper presentations, posters and workshops. Part 1 reviews recent developments in Earth heritage conservation and explores the wider links between Earth science and the natural heritage and the role of geology in global change. Part 2 outlines the geological framework of Scotland and the inherent value of the geological heritage. Crucial links are then examined in three sensitive environments - the coast, rivers and uplands. The chapters in Part 3 focus on sustainable management. They demonstrate the relevance and value of integrated approaches that involve working with, rather than against natural processes, and provide examples of applications. Part 4 addresses the importance of Earth heritage awareness, involvement and education, including recent developments in Scotland, Ireland and Canada. Part 5 looks forward to key challenges for the 21st century, including an agenda for action. Throughout the book, the principal themes of interactions, sustainable management and raising awareness of Earth heritage are emphasised. A full list of contents is available at the SNH web site: www.snh.org.uk

Gordon, J.E. and Leys, K.F. 2001. Earth science and the natural heritage: interactions and integrated management. The Stationery Office, Edinburgh.

ISBN: 0 11 497283 4

Price £35