Mountain regions encompass nearly 24 percent of the total land surface of the earth and are home to approximately 12 percent of the world's population. Their ec

This book breaks the ground in Geographical texts by transcending a strictly regional or topical focus. It presents the opportunities and constraints that mount

This book gives an overview of the state of research in fields pertaining to the detection, understanding and prediction of global change impacts in mountain re

This book compiles available knowledge of the response of mountain ecosystems to recent climate and land use change and intends to bridge the gap between scienc

Mountain environments are often perceived to be austere, isolated, and inhospitable. In fact, these areas are of immense value to mankind, providing direct life