Cover; Half-title; Title; Copyright; Contents; Preface and acknowledgements; 1 Introduction; 2 Denudation: the creation of a barren substrate; 3 Successional theory; 4 Soil development; 5 Life histories of early colonists; 6 Species interactions; 7 Successional patterns; 8 Applications of theory for rehabilitation; 9 Future directions; Glossary; Illustration credits; References; Index
Summary
The first comprehensive summary of ecological development following dramatic natural and human-induced disturbances. Ecological theory and practical management issues are linked, resulting in an important reference for researchers and professionals, and a valuable graduate text
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 357-427) and index
