{"title":"Mike Joy","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Mike Joy collection, a treasure trove for anyone passionate about the environment and keen on understanding the intricacies of New Zealand's natural habitats. Renowned for his expertise in freshwater ecology, Mike Joy sheds light on the critical issues facing our world's water resources through his thought-provoking works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin this collection, you'll discover groundbreaking books such as \u003cem\u003ePolluted Inheritance: New Zealand's Freshwater Crisis\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Fight for Freshwater\u003c\/em\u003e. These titles are essential reads for those interested in Education \u0026amp; Reference as well as Science \u0026amp; Nature. Each book is an eye-opener, providing readers with a comprehensive look at the challenges of freshwater management and conservation in New Zealand—a subject close to Mike Joy's heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJoy's work is not only deeply informative but also highly engaging, making complex scientific ideas accessible to a wide audience. Through his enlightening narratives, Mike Joy inspires action and awareness, urging readers to consider their environmental impact and advocating for sustainable practices to protect our planet's precious resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDelve into Mike Joy's outstanding collection today and embark on an educational journey that will expand your understanding of our natural world, leaving you better informed and inspired to contribute to the preservation of Earth's freshwater ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-fight-for-freshwater-by-mike-joy-9781991033840","title":"The Fight for Freshwater","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMike Joy is recognised in New Zealand as a leading freshwater ecologist and a fervent advocate for the preservation of waterways. However, the journey that led him to these influential roles is as winding and unique as the rivers he strives to protect. His story is not just about academic success and public profile, but also personal discovery, challenge, and resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore setting foot in academia, Mike’s early life included a surprising range of occupations, including time on farms – the very industry that would later be a particular target of his academic activism. It wasn’t until his early thirties that he decided to pivot towards academia, enrolling at Massey University.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis memoir provides a rare first-hand look at the pressures and challenges faced by those who dare to raise their voices, especially when debating issues as crucial as the health and future of New Zealand’s waterways. At a perilous time for our universities, it is also an inspirational account of staying true to academia’s function as ‘critic and conscience’ for our society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"David Bateman Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46401537409260,"sku":"9781991033840","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781991033840.jpg?v=1745790033"},{"product_id":"polluted-inheritance-new-zealands-freshwater-crisis-by-mike-joy-9780908321612","title":"Polluted Inheritance: New Zealand's Freshwater Crisis","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew Zealand's dairy industry is big business. But what are the hidden and not so hidden costs of intensive farming?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvidence presented here by ecologist Mike Joy demonstrates that intensive dairy farming has degraded our freshwater rivers, streams, and lakes to an alarming degree. This situation, he argues, has arisen primarily through governmental policy that prioritises short-term economic growth over long-term environmental sustainability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePolluted Inheritance: New Zealand's Freshwater Crisis\u003c\/em\u003e is a call to arms, urging New Zealand to change course or risk the wellbeing of future generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"David Bateman Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46844309340396,"sku":"9780908321612","price":17.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10597433482511.jpg?v=1758833705"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/mike-joy.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}