Logging, mining, and settlements are destroying the earth's tropical rainforests and driving animals from their once lush habitats. This fascinating book looks at the effect of 'civilization' on the forests, deforestation, pollution, the threat to wildlife, and what we are doing about it. Topics include:
• trees and timber
• foods of the forest
• forest pharmacy
• rainforests and climate
• forest clearance
• rescuing the rainforests