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Approached thematically to help students plot a memorable map of the issues, the ninth edition of this established text provides far-reaching, lucid coverage of the fundamentals and enriching learning features to develop critical thinking and high-level understanding.

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Trusted by generations of students and academics alike, the ninth edition of this leading text continues to provide far-reaching coverage of the essential topics taught on most environmental law courses. The authors consider the areas thematically, tackling the key debates and explaining the subject in its social and political context.

The clear and accessible writing style ensures that readers are informed yet not overwhelmed. Known for its clear structure and systematic approach, readers new to the subject are provided with a logical introduction while those with more experience can explore the intricacies of the content.

The text is supported by a number of learning features designed to help students engage with the material, develop critical thinking skills, and to guide further research.

This book is also accompanied by an Online Resource Centre featuring additional chapters, expanded further reading suggestions for each chapter, annotated web links and legal updates.

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It is an excellent text which combines together all of the principal aspects of environmental law. Dr Haydn Davies, Associate Professor and Director of Research, Birmingham City University

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Professor Stuart Bell is Professor of Law and Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of York

Professor Donald McGillivray is Professor of Environmental Law, University of Sussex

Dr Ole Pedersen is Reader in Law at Newcastle University

Dr Emma Lees is University Lecturer in Environmental and Property Law at Cambridge University

Professor Elen Stokes is Professorial Research Fellow in Law at the University of Birmingham

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