Books in Update series

The Arab-Israeli conflict has been a major focus of world attention for over 40 years. Central to this conflict is the issue of the West Bank - occupied by Israel since 1967 - and the future and respective rights of both Palestinians and Israelis. This book concentrates on the main points of contention between the two peoples, set within a broader politico-geographical framework. Particular attention is paid to the issues of demography and territory. The analysis is brought right up to date with a discussion of the implications of the recent Palestinian uprising (Intifadeh). The final chapter compares the wide range of solutions that have been proposed for ending the conflict.

This book provides information on the importance of the atmosphere, natural vegetation, soils and the surface of the earth to human society and discusses some of the ways in which the natural order has already been modified by human action. Details are provided through the use of specific examples chosen particularly from Britain and New Zealand. Environmental Systems and Human Impact is part of the Update series which brings together all the important aspects of recent research and up-to-date information for advanced students of geography and related subjects.This book presents important background material for developing the discussion of 'green' issues and is suitable for A-level students and undergraduates.