Revised edition of: Gaia, an atlas of planet management / general editor, Norman Myers. "Published by arrangement with Gaia Books"--Title page verso. Includes index. "Websites ..." (p. 293-294). "References and reading": (p. 294-299).

Describes current environmental and political topics that have arisen during the previous two decades with current figures and detailed analysis, as well as full-color graphics. The expanded format contains updated chapters on land, oceans, elements, evolution, humankind, civilization, and management and new sections on consumption, globalization, environmental security, refugees, international terrorism, the rise of information technology, China, and more.