Foundations of Restoration Ecology Society for Ecological Restoration
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“The publication of this book is an important event, a coming-of-age of restoration—it’s an indispensable key to the survival and well-being of classic ecosystems, setting the context for basic ecological research. A rich trove of ecological theory in productive and provocative dialogue with restoration practice.” —William R. Jordan III, director, New Academy and DePaul University Institute for Nature and Culture
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