Cities in Crisis

by Mason, Paul

• ISBN13: 9781432922962
• ISBN10: 1432922963
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-09-01
• Publisher: Heinemann/Raintree

Summary

Are all cities the same? What would life be like without cities? What can you do to help save our cities? For a global tour of Earth's threatened habitats, explore World in Peril. This series offers a striking panorama of endangered habitats around the world. Stunning, large format photographs show the damage caused to our planet, but also the possible solutions that can lead to a greener future.

Author Biography

As an avid surfer, cyclist, and snowboarder, Paul Mason has always been interested in the environments where his favorite sports take place. He has been writing about environmental topics, mainly for young people, for several years.

Table of Contents

What Is the Problem with Cities?	p. 5
What Kind of City Life Would You Prefer?	p. 6
Do Cities Always Get Enough Food?	p. 8
Which of These Cities Would You Rather Travel Through?	p. 10
What Effect Does Congestion Have?	p. 12
How Much Energy Do Cities Use?	p. 14
Which City's Air Would You Rather Breathe?	p. 16
Which River Would You Rather Swim In?	p. 18
Where Does All the Sewage Go?	p. 20
What Happens to All the Garbage?	p. 22
Which City Might Make You Cover Your Ears?	p. 24
How Can We Help Cities?	p. 26
Review Questions	p. 28
Glossary	p. 30
Find Out More	p. 31
Index	p. 32
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