Mining, society, and a sustainable world /

Edited by Richards, a noted earth sciences authority, and written by worldwide topical experts, this treasure trove of information on the social impact of mining is so fundamental to current environmental concerns that it may be considered a timely addition to most academic library collections. The 16 chapters are structured into four parts: "The Role of Mining in Developed and Developing Countries," "Mining and Sustainable Development," "Mining and the Environment," and "Mining and Societal Issues." This last section addresses issues/impacts in mining regions of Australia, Africa, and Canada. In view of the intended broad readership of students from diverse backgrounds including earth science, economics, social studies, and land management, each chapter has appropriate text, illustrations, tables, and references. A detailed index supports the book's fundamental reference value. Summing Up: Highly recommended. Lower- and upper-division undergraduates as well as all general readers concerned about the environment. W. C. Peters emeritus, University of Arizona