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The River of LifeSustainable Practices of Native Americans and Indigenous PeoplesMichael E. Marchand et al.

The River of Life aims to facilitate behavioral change toward nature and to integrate indigenous culture into those processes that work toward change. 978-1-61186-222-5 ▪ $29.95 ▪ Paper294 pages

Fault LinesLife and Landscape in Saskatchewan’s Oil EconomyEmily Eaton and Valerie Zink

In text and photographs, Fault Lines captures the complexities of engagement, ambivalence, and resistance in communities living amid oil.

978-0-88755-783-5 ▪ $31.95 ▪ Paper216 pages

Imperial PlotsWomen Farmers and the Spadework of British Colonialism on the Canadian PrairiesSarah Carter

This book explores the strategies women drew on to obtain and cultivate land of their own.

978-0-88755-818-4 ▪ $34.95 ▪ Paper480 pages

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978-1-61186-051-1 ▪ $35.95 ▪ Paper252 pages ▪ B&W photos, notes, references, index

The Geoarchaeology of Lake Michigan Coastal DunesWilliam A. Lovis, Alan F. Arbogast, and G. William Monaghan

Draws on multidisciplinary insights to explore the conditions necessary to safeguard ancient settlements.

978-1-61186-078-8 ▪ $29.95 ▪ Paper208 pages ▪ Color photos

The Great Lake Sturgeon

Edited by Nancy Auer and Dave Dempsey

An interdisciplinary exploration of a remarkable creature—the Great Lakes lake sturgeon.

978-0-99210-074-2 ▪ $39.95 ▪ Paper282 pages

Bringing Conservation to CitiesLessons from Building the Detroit River International Wildlife RefugeJohn H. Hartig

Building North America’s only international wildlife refuge.

978-1-61186-025-2 ▪ $39.95 ▪ Cloth340 pages ▪ Notes, references, index

Civic Empowerment in an Age of Corporate GreedEdward C. Lorenz

A critical analysis of corporate neglect and public empowerment.

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NEW & FORTHCOMING3

978-1-61186-021-4 ▪ $24.95 ▪ Paper224 pages ▪ B&W illustrations, references

GREAT LAKES

978-0-87013-872-0 ▪ $19.95 ▪ Paper431 pages ▪ B&W photos, notes, references, index

Pandora’s LocksThe Opening of the Great Lakes–St. Lawrence SeawayJeff Alexander

An award-winning 50-year retrospective on the St. Lawrence Seaway and invasive species in the Great Lakes.

For Love of Lakes

Darby Nelson

An important and thoughtful book poised to be the Sand County Almanac of lakes.

978-1-61186-012-2 ▪ $39.95 ▪ Cloth278 pages ▪ B&W illustrations, notes, references

Climate Change in the Great Lakes RegionNavigating an Uncertain FutureEdited by Thomas Dietz and David Bidwell

Leading scholars address the challenges of preparing for climate change in the Great Lakes region.

978-0-87013-867-6 ▪ $19.95 ▪ Paper368 pages ▪ Notes, references, index

The Poisoning of Michigan

Joyce Egginton

The PBB poisoning of Michigan remains the most widespread chemical contamination known in U.S. history.

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978-0-87013-752-5 ▪ $34.95 ▪ Paper377 pages ▪ Index, glossary, and appendix

Evolution of the Great Lakes Water Quality AgreementLee Botts and Paul Muldoon

The 1909 Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement became a model for environmental management.

978-0-87013-831-7 ▪ $29.95 ▪ Paper136 pages ▪ Color illustrations, maps, references, index

Atlas of Early Michigan’s Forests, Grasslands, and WetlandsAn Interpretation of the 1816-1856 General Land Office SurveysDennis A. Albert and Patrick J. Comer

See what settlers first saw as they came to Michigan.

978-0-87013-802-7 ▪ $24.95 ▪ Cloth192 pages ▪ B&W illustrations, index

Cold, Clear, and DeadlyUnraveling a Toxic LegacyMelvin J. Visser

The search to discover the source of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in cold northern waters from the Great Lakes to the Arctic.

978-0-87013-654-2 ▪ $24.95 ▪ Paper978-0-87013-634-4 ▪ $49.95 ▪ Cloth731 pages ▪ B&W photos

Fish for AllAn Oral History of Multiple Claims and Divided Sentiment on Lake MichiganMichael J. Chiarappa and Kristin M. Szylvian

Evolving communication between fisheries’ historians, anthropologists, scientists, and policymakers.

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978-0-87013-275-9 ▪ $14.25 ▪ Paper194 pages ▪ Photos, bibliography, notes, index

Michigan State ParksYesterday Through TomorrowClaire V. Korn

The history and attractions of 85 state parks in Michigan.

978-0-87013-591-0 ▪ $59.95 ▪ Cloth230 pages ▪ B&W illustrations, notes, index

In Quest of Great Lakes Ice Age Vertebrates

J. Alan Holman

The first book of its kind dealing with Ice Age fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals in the area surrounding the Great Lakes.

978-0-87013-789-1 ▪ $26.95 ▪ Paper256 pages

Fresh WaterWomen Writing on the Great LakesEdited by Alison Swan

A collection of memoirs and essays by literary women writing about their own creative streams of consciousness, the Great Lakes, and the region’s many rivers.

The Great Lakes of the World (GLOW)Food-Web, Health and IntegrityEdited by M. Munawar and R. E. Hecky

Compendium containing research on temperate and tropical great lakes.

978-0-99210-072-8 ▪ $150.00 ▪ Paper471 pages ▪ Index

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978-0-92210-070-4 ▪ $150.00 ▪ Paper573 pages ▪ Index

Phytoplankton Dynamics in the North American Great LakesVolumes 1 & 2M. Munawar and I. F. Munawar

Compliation detailing the functioning of the pelagic communities of the Great Lakes.

978-0-99210-073-5 ▪ $150.00 ▪ Paper497 pages

The Lake Huron EcosystemEcology, Fisheries and ManagementEdited by M. Munawar, T. Edsall, and J. Leach

Selection of scientific papers that represent various contributions of the Lake Huron Basin Symposium.

978-8-17898-299-1 ▪ $175.00 ▪ Cloth664 pages ▪ Index

State of Lake OntarioPast, Present and FutureEdited by M. Munawar

Understanding the Lake Ontario ecosystem.

978-8-17898-592-3 ▪ $199.00 ▪ Cloth705 pages ▪ Index

State of Lake Superior

Edited by M. Munawar and I. F. Munawar

Papers that provide data and information about Lake Superior.

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978-8-17898-458-2 ▪ $175.00 ▪ Cloth639 pages ▪ Index

State of Lake MichiganEcology, Health, and ManagementEdited by T. Edsall and M. Munawar

Catalogs and analyzes the current science on the state of Lake Michigan.

978-81-7898-591-6 ▪ $150.00 ▪ Paper640 pages ▪ Index

Checking the Pulse of Lake Erie

Edited by M. Munawar and R. Heath

Important update and benchmark in the Lake Erie historical record.

978-1-61186-024-5 ▪ $81.95 ▪ Cloth880 pages ▪ Notes, references, index

Great Lakes Fisheries Policy and ManagementA Binational Perspective, Second EditionEdited by William Taylor, Abigail Lynch, and Nancy Leonard

Collaborative and interjuridictional perspectives on the Great Lakes fisheries’ ecosystems, the threats they faced, and opportunities they provide.

GREAT LAKES

978-0-87013-350-3 ▪ $9.95 ▪ Paper152 pages ▪ Color photos

Michigan Wildlife Viewing Guide

Phil T. Seng and David J. Case

125 of the best locations for viewing Michigan wildlife, including brief descriptions and ecological concepts.

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978-0-87013-705-1 ▪ $24.95 ▪ Paper304 pages ▪ B&W photos

On the BrinkThe Great Lakes in the 21st CenturyDave Dempsey

In recent decades the Great Lakes have served as an early warning system for many emerging environmental problems. Relevant to today’s debates and decisions.

GREAT LAKES

978-0-87013-786-0 ▪ $24.95 ▪ Paper214 pages ▪ B&W photos, bibliography, index

The MuskegonThe Majesty and Tragedy of Michigan’s Rarest RiverJeff Alexander

The history of the Muskegon and the efforts to restore this mighty river’s natural features.

978-0-87013-738-9 ▪ $35.95 ▪ Paper268 pages ▪ B&W photos, index, and CD-ROM

Modeling Archaeological Site Burial in Southern Michigan A Geoarchaeological SynthesisG. William Monaghan and William A. Lovis

Synthesized data on deeply buried archaeological sites in southern Lower Michigan.

978-0-87013-780-8 ▪ $29.95 ▪ Paper201 pages ▪ B&W photos, bibliography, notes, index

Michigan’s State ForestsA Century of StewardshipWilliam B. Botti and Michael D. Moore

Michigan’s 19th-century white pine stands were the finest in the world. Lumber became a mainstay of Michigan’s economy.

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978-0-87013-593-4 ▪ $39.95 ▪ Cloth249 pages ▪ Color photos, notes

ShorelineSeasons at the LakeElizabeth A. Schultz

A memoir, biography, history, and a study of nature with a debt to Thoreau.

978-0-87013-628-3 ▪ $24.95 ▪ Paper149 pages ▪ Bibliography, notes

Restoration of the Great LakesPromises, Practices, and PerformancesMark Sproule-Jones

Examining the history of the key uses of the Great Lakes, and the relative successes and failures of the institutions that govern the Lakes resource management.

978-0-87013-845-4 ▪ $24.95 ▪ Paper139 pages ▪ Color photos, references, notes, index

Prairies and Savannas in MichiganRediscovering Our Natural HeritageRyan P. O’Connor, Michael A. Kost and Joshua G. Gohen

Once a significant part of Lower Michigan’s landscape, these have nearly vanished along with numerous species that rely on the habitats they provide.

978-0-87013-830-0 ▪ $29.95 ▪ Cloth84 pages ▪ B&W illustrations, notes

The Waters of Michigan

David Lubbers and Dave Dempsey

This collection presents a truly unique view and understanding of waters of Michigan, with a foreword by Governor William G. Milliken.

978-0-87013-833-1 ▪ $14.95 ▪ Paper135 pages ▪ B&W photo, notes

Tahquamenon CountryA Look at Its PastSprague Taylor

Much of Michigan’s history is in truth of a local scale and in minute detail.

978-0-87013-850-8 ▪ $24.95 ▪ Paper335 pages ▪ B&W illustrations, notes, references

Sustaining Michigan Metropolitan Policies and StrategiesEdited by Richard W. Jelier and Gary Sands

Critical, cutting-edge scholarship around pressing issues facing Michigan’s metropolitan communities and increasing understanding for why its changing.

978-0-87013-559-0 ▪ $17.95 ▪ Paper151 pages ▪ B&W photos, notes, bibliography

Sixties SandstormThe Fight Over Establishment of a Sleeping Bear Dunes National ParkBrian C. Kalt

The Dunes Park fight is a case study of the politics, legislative process, and 1960s sentiment.

978-0-88755-705-7 ▪ $39.95 ▪ Paper334 pages ▪ Bibliography, index

Power StrugglesHydroelectric Development and First Nations in Manitoba and QuebecEdited by Thibault Martin, and Steven M. Hoffman

Examines the evolution of agreements between hydro-corporations and First Nations in Quebec & Manitoba.

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978-0-88953-289-2 ▪ $71.95 ▪ Cloth478 pages ▪ Index

Tools for Environmental ManagementA Practical Introduction and GuideDixon Thompson

A set of 22 environmental management tools that can be applied to local, national, and international situations.

978-0-87013-673-3 ▪ $39.95 ▪ Paper408 pages

Protected Areas and the Regional Planning Imperative in North AmericaIntegrating Nature, Conservation, and Sustainable DevelopmentEdited by Gordon Nelson J. C. Day, Lucy M. Sportza, James Loucky, and Carlos Vasquez

Presents new protected area theory, method, & practice to reinforce the importance of regional planning.

978-0-87013-711-2 ▪ $24.95 ▪ Paper108 pages ▪ B&W illustrations

Natural MuseumsU.S. National Parks, 1872–1916Kathy S. Mason

Examines the idea of park monumentalism, “worthlessness,” and national significance, as well as roles as wilderness preserves and recreational centers.

978-1-61186-039-3 ▪ $174.95 ▪ Cloth364 pages ▪ Color images, notes, references, index

Seed TestingPrinciples and PracticesSabry G. Elias, Lawrence O. Copeland, Miller B. McDonald, and Riad Z. Baalbaki

A must-have guide to seed testing and quality.

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978-1-61186-008-5 ▪ $49.95 ▪ Cloth400 pages ▪ B&W photos, notes, references, index

Environmental Safety of Genetically Engineered CropsEdited by Rebecca Grumet, James F. Hancock, Karim M. Maredia, and Cholani Weebadde

A comprehensive handbook presents the scientific basis for GE crops in the current context of agricultural systems and the risks.

978-0-87013-497-5 ▪ $39.95 ▪ Cloth443 pages

ArboricultureHistory and Development in North AmericaRichard J. Campana

Provides a breadth and depth of understanding of how arboriculture has become an important force in modern ecology.

978-81-7898-232-8 ▪ $75.00 ▪ Paper361 pages

Sediment Quality Assessment and ManagementInsight and ProgressEdited by M. Munawar

Unique blend and integration of science and technologies from countries spanning the globe.

978-1-61186-102-0 ▪ $49.95 ▪ Paper316 pages ▪ Notes, references

Building a Green EconomyPerspectives from Ecological EconomicsEdited by Robert B. Richardson

A timely and invaluable volume that presents some of the most innovative thinking in ecological economics.

ECOLOGY

978-1-61186-118-1 ▪ $29.95 ▪ Paper288 pages ▪ B&W photos, notes, references, index

Lakeshore LivingDesigning Lake Places and Communities in the Footprints of Environmental WritersPaul J. Radomski and Kristof Van Assche

An instrumental and accessible guide to creating long-lasting lakeshore communities.

978-0-87013-264-3 ▪ $13.00 ▪ Paper203 pages

Global BioethicsBuilding on the Leopold LegacyPotter Van Rensselaer

A new philosophy that sought to integrate biology, ecology, medicine, and human values.

978-1-89517-640-7 ▪ $29.95 ▪ Paper335 pages ▪ Index, glossary

GalápagosA Natural History (2nd Edition)Michael H. Jackson

Easy-to-use illustrated text details the natural history of plants and animals found in the Galapagos Islands—available in English and Spanish.

978-0-87013-550-7 ▪ $38.95 ▪ Paper240 pages

Flow of Life in the AtmosphereAn Airscape Approach to Understanding Invasive OrganismsScott A. Isard and Stuart H. Gage

The importance of anticipating consequences of the aerial flow of biota to manage our environment.

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978-1-61186-103-7 ▪ $79.95 ▪ Cloth544 pages ▪ B&W photos, notes

Turfgrass History and LiteratureLawns, Sports, and GolfJames B. Beard, Harriet J. Beard, and James C Beard

An essential reference and background resource for scholars and researchers.

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978-1-61186-028-3 ▪ $44.95 ▪ Cloth978-1-61186-064-1 ▪ $29.95 ▪ Paper200 pages ▪ B&W photos, notes, references, index

Animals as DomesticatesA World View through HistoryJuliet Clutton-Brock

A transcontinental look at the early domestication of animals around the world.

978-1-61186-016-0 ▪ $44.95 ▪ Cloth 978-1-61186-056-6 ▪ $32.95 ▪ Paper212 pages ▪ B&W photos, notes, references, index

Making Animal MeaningTaxonomy, Ecology, Techniques, and ManagementEdited by Linda Kalof and Georgina M. Montgomery

Ten original essays reconceptualizing methods for researching animal histories and rethinking the contingency of the animal-human relationship.

978-0-87013-879-9 ▪ $89.95 ▪ Cloth204 pages ▪ Color photos, notes, references, index, glossary

A Color Atlas of Photosynthetic Euglenoids

Richard E. Triemer, and Ionel Ciugulea

A simple visual tool to help identify photosynthetic euglenoids, flagellated single-celled organisms, with high-resolution color images.

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A Field Guide to the Natural Communities of MichiganJoshua G. Cohen, Michael A. Kost, Bradford S. Slaughter, and Dennis A. Albert

A comprehensive guide to Michigan’s natural communities, sized to take with you wherever you travel.978-1-61186-134-1 ▪ $34.95 ▪ Paper240 pages ▪ Color images, maps, references

978-1-89517-668-1 ▪ $28.95 ▪ Paper194 pages

Fisheries and UncertaintyA Precautionary Approach to Resource ManagementDaniel Gordon

Catastrophes in Atlantic fisheries’ resource management have important implications.

NATURAL HISTORY

OCEAN ECOLOGY

978-0-87013-874-4 ▪ $29.95 ▪ Paper176 pages

Fishing a Borderless SeaEnvironmental Territorialism in the North Atlantic, 1818–1910Brian J. Payne

Essentials in the construction of legal authority that granted or denied access to fisheries & stewardship.

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978-1-61186-055-9 ▪ $74.95 ▪ Cloth714 pages ▪ Color photos, notes, references

Urban SustainabilityA Global PerspectiveEdited by Igor Vojnovic

Using a wide array of cities around the globe as case studies, this timely book explores the complexities involved in defining sustainability policies.

978-0-9921007-1-1 ▪ $150.00 ▪ Paper509 pages ▪ Index

The Gulf Ecosystem Health and Sustainability

Edited by N. Y. Khan, M. Munawar, and A. R. G. Price

Adopting an approach for the Gulf ecosystem’s long-term sustainability.

Planning for Rural ResilienceCoping with Climate Change and Energy FuturesEdited by Wayne J. Caldwell

This important work will assist municipal decision makers, planners, and community members as well as anyone who has a passion for the future and betterment of rural life.

978-0-88755-780-4 ▪ $31.95 ▪Paper192 pages

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