Metaphors for Environmental Sustainability Redefining Our Relationship with Nature

Scientists turn to metaphors to formulate and explain scientific concepts, but an ill-considered metaphor can lead to social misunderstandings and counterproductive policies, Brendon Larson observes in this stimulating book. He explores how metaphors can entangle scientific facts with social values...

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Main Author:	Larson, Brendon
Format:	eBook Book
Language:	English
Published:	New Haven Yale University Press 2011
Edition:	1
Subjects:	19th century Biodiversity Communication in the environmental sciences Effect of human beings on Environmental protection Environmental Science Evolution Metaphor Nature Nature > Effect of human beings on SCIENCE SCIENCE / Environmental Science (see also Chemistry / Environmental) Sustainability
ISBN:	9780300151534, 0300151535, 0300151543, 9780300151541
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