Compass and Gyroscope: Integrating Science And Politics For The Environment

by Kai N. Lee, Philip Shabecoff (Foreword)

Using the Columbia River Basin in the Pacific Northwest as a case study, Kai Lee describes the concept and practice of "adaptive management," as he examines the successes and failures of past and present management experiences. Throughout the book, the author delves deeply into the theoretical framework behind the real-world experience, exploring how theories of science, politics, and cognitive psychology can be integrated into environmental management plans to increase their effectiveness.

255 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1993

Reviews

[Ville Gustafsson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read the 1993 edition, which was surprisingly in line with what's been said today. A good read, keeping in mind that it truly is 30 years old, just a few years younger than myself.

[Sarah Muncaster · Rating 1 out of 5]

DEADLY BORING. Run away as fast as you can.