River Publishers Series in Social, Urban, Economic and Environmental Sustainability
Landscape complexity: Ecosystem Dynamics, Economic Pressure and Optimal Resource Management
1st Edition
Edited
By Alessia D’Agata, Ioannis Konaxis, Luca Salvati
April 28, 2026
In advanced economies, landscapes have evolved into complex mosaics shaped by the dynamic interplay between forests, shrublands, agricultural fields, pastures, and urban or industrial areas. This intricate structure creates multiple layers of ecological and socioeconomic interactions that influence...
Humanity in Crisis—A Comprehensive Reflection on Anthropogenic Challenges and Pathways to Solutions
1st Edition
By Medani P. Bhandari
February 26, 2026
This is a groundbreaking exploration of humanity's multifaceted crises in the Anthropocene era. This book offers an in-depth examination of human-induced challenges—ranging from climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation to social inequality, political instability, and ethical...
The State of Homelessness: Issues, Situations, and Consequences
1st Edition
By Medani P. Bhandari
February 26, 2026
Homelessness is an urgent, multifaceted global crisis that affects millions and transcends geographic, economic, and cultural boundaries. This book is a comprehensive examination of this pressing issue, offering insights into its root causes, complex dynamics, and far-reaching consequences. This ...
Analysis of the Global Water Crisis: Illustrating Regions with Extreme Water Scarcity to Those with Relative Abundance
1st Edition
By Medani P. Bhandari
November 19, 2025
This pioneering work provides a comprehensive exploration of the world's most pressing water issues. It offers a global overview of the water crisis, meticulously categorizing regions based on their water availability: from areas facing extreme water scarcity to those enjoying relative abundance. ...
Life Transformation Unveiled: Theory, Practice, and a New Model for Action
1st Edition
By Medani P. Bhandari
November 19, 2025
This book presents a comprehensive collection of transformative theories that delve into the practicalities of personal growth, societal change, and global improvement. It is both a guide and a philosophical roadmap, offering readers insight into the core concepts that shape human development and ...
Environmental Transformation and its Acceleration in Nepal From Known History to the Contemporary Situation
1st Edition
By Medani P. Bhandari
August 12, 2025
This is an in-depth exploration of Nepal’s environmental journey, tracing its transformation from ancient practices to modern sustainability challenges. Drawing from over four decades of experience as an environmentalist and humanitarian, Dr. Medani Bhandari takes readers through the historical, ...
Environmentalism – Pathways to Life for Humanity and Sustainability
1st Edition
By Medani P. Bhandari
April 29, 2025
This is a comprehensive exploration of the diverse challenges and solutions related to environmentalism and sustainability. It bridges the gaps between theory and practice, offering practical insights for academics, policymakers, and change agents. It also inspires informed action and collaborative...
Local Development and Socio-environmental Systems: Experiences and Practices toward Sustainability in Mediterranean Europe
1st Edition
Edited
By Clio Ciaschini, Vito Imbrenda
April 16, 2025
Departing from conventional narratives centered on environmental complexity, this book offers a fresh perspective on ecological dynamics in the Mediterranean basin, positing their correlation with social and economic regimes, demographic transformations, local governance structures, and ...
Peri-urban Landscape: The Next Challenge
1st Edition
By Jacopo Mughini Gras, Letizia Pace
October 04, 2024
This book underlines the importance of establishing, in the planning and urban policies oriented towards sustainability, a relationship between the urban expansion – observed in its different forms and dynamics – and the ability of soil and landscape to support agricultural productivity and ...
Homage (and Criticism) to the Mediterranean City: Regional Sustainability and Economic Resilience
1st Edition
By Ioannis Vardopoulos, Francisco Escrivà Saneugenio, Adele Sateriano, Luca Salvati
August 23, 2024
Departing from conventional narratives centered on economic stagnation and social secularism, this book offers a fresh perspective on Mediterranean urbanities. It posits their correlation with housing and welfare regimes, societal transformations, local governance structures, and deficiencies in ...
The Component: A Personal Odyssey towards Another Normal
1st Edition
By Kas Oosterhuis
December 07, 2023
The Component: A Personal Odyssey towards Another Normal is the Oosterhuis' personal account of four decades of architectural and societal thinking, designing, building, and theorizing. It is an orchestrated yet non-linear series of subjects all leading toward the creation of a parallel world ...