Includes bibliographical references and indexes. Each vol. also includes a vol. index issued separately in paperback. Vol. 5 contains the cumulative index for the 5-vol. set.

V. 1. The earth system : physical and chemical dimensions of global environmental change / volume editors, Michael C. MacCracken and John S. Perry -- v. 2. The earth system : biological and ecological dimensions of global environmental change / volume editors, Harold A. Mooney and Josep G. Canadell -- v. 3. Causes and consequences of global environmental change / volume editor, Ian Douglas -- v. 4. Responding to global environmental change / volume editor, Mostafa K. Tolba -- v. 5. Social and economic dimensions of global environmental change / volume editor, Peter Timmerman. The Encyclopedia of Global Environmental Change is the first major reference work in this multi-disciplinary field, and presents outstanding authorship and high quality editing. Comprehensive coverage with over 3,800 pages in 5 volumes. Over 500 articles, 100 biographies, 150 definitions, and 100 acronyms. Extensive bibliographies with up-to-date references. The Wiley Encyclopedia of Global Environmental Change has been published to meet the need for a comprehensive integrated reference in this burgeoning field. Each volume contains articles of between 1,000 and 10,000 words on major topics. Articles contain an abstract written for the non-specialist, followed by the main text, which provides greater detail for the specialist Biographies of distinguished environmental scientists discuss their contributions to a better understanding of global environmental change. Definitions of international terms and descriptions of acronyms of international and regional programs and agencies provide a quick reference source for the environmental scientist and student. Presents a thematic approach and includes theory, empirical studies, and applications emphasising the inter-relationship between various disciplines and systems--From the publisher's description.