British Columbia : a natural history of its origins, ecology, and diversity, with a new look at climate change

This revised and expanded edition of an award-winning book not only explores British Columbia's stunning ecology but also features an increased focus on climate change. With expanded sections on the province's geological history, updated information on the mountain pine beetle and the future of B.C.'s biodiversity, and fresh information on many other topics, this edition includes new illustrations, photos, sidebars, and new and revised maps. Both an authoritative reference and an easy-to-read guide, this revised edition is a must for anyone who wants detailed and up-to-date information about British Columbia's dazzling natural world. Explores British Columbia's stunning ecology with a focus on climate change. The province's geological history, updated information on the mountain pine beetle and the future of B.C.'s biodiversity. This edition includes new illustrations, photos, sidebars, and new and revised maps. A must for anyone who wants detailed and uptodate information about British Columbia's dazzling natural world Table of Contents; Preface; Acknowledgements; A Natural History: Introduction; 1 - Origins; 2 - The Pacific Province; 3 - The Legacy of the Ice Age; 4 - Life in the Pacific; 5 - Forests of Rain; 6 - Mountaintops; 7 - The Spruce Kingdom; 8 - Montane Forests; 9 - Grasslands; 10 - The World of Fresh Water; The Future; Appendix: Map of British Columbia; For Further Reading; Index