The Frail Ocean: A Blueprint for Change in the 1990s and Beyond

By Wesley Marx

Life on earth depends upon the health of our oceans. After years of mistreatment it is becoming apparent that our oceans are at their limit. Author Wesley Marx outlines how we can bring the oceans back to health. Without using scare tactics or fear mongering, Wesley shows in this important book how we can live together with the seas in mutual health. This redesigned edition is updated with sidebars about the state of the ocean as we head into the new century.Looking at marine resources, global use of the oceans, coasts, and the costs of pollution, Marx draws on his knowledge of nature, history, science and law to leave the reader with an ultimately hopeful prescription, for the future. As we head into the millenium, The Frail Ocean: A Blueprint for Change in the 1990s and Beyond is a must-read for all the concerned citizens of planet earth.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0871065428
• ISBN13: 9780871065421
• Release Date: January 1991
• Publisher: UNKNO
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.8" x 5.8"