Environmental Problems in Eastern Europe
Author | : Francis W. Carter |
Publisher | : Psychology Press |
Total Pages | : 318 |
Release | : 1996 |
ISBN-10 | : 0415137578 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780415137577 |
Rating | : 4/5 (78 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Providing a comprehensive, descriptive analysis of a wide range of Central and East European countries, this updated paperback edition offers an invaluable study of pollution problems and effects on the quality of life. Revisions include: * new chapter on Slovakia, demonstrating the implementation of a number of practical measures which have made a considerable impact on environmental problems that arose under communism and have been tackled during the transition. * new concluding chapter which provides an important overview of recent developments in Eastern Europe and discusses topical issues such as health hazards and methods of charging polluters for environmental damage.