TY - BOOK AU - Furley,Peter A. TI - Savannas: a very short introduction T2 - Very short introductions SN - 9780198717225 AV - QH541.5.P7 F868 2016 U1 - 577.4/8 23 PY - 2016/// CY - Oxford PB - Oxford University Press KW - Savannas KW - Savanna ecology KW - fast N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index; Savanna landscapes -- Shaping the savannas -- Savanna vegetation -- Wildlife and microbes -- Savannas and human evolution -- Changing patterns in the landscape -- Savanna futures N2 - "This Very Short Introduction considers the range and dynamics of the ecosystems encompassed in the savanna landscape. Discussing their origin, global distribution, vegetation, and wildlife, Peter Furley illustrates how savannas have shaped human evolution and movements. Given the unrelenting pressures facing these beautiful and dynamic landscapes, he considers their management and conservation, and their future." ER -