The first book to focus exclusively on the subject, Geodiversity, Second Edition describes the interrelationships between geodiversity and biodiversity, the value of geodiversity to society, as well as current threats to its existence. Illustrated with global case studies throughout, the book examines traditional approaches to protecting biodiversity and the new management agenda now being implemented. The Second Edition of this successful textbook continues to build on the success of the first edition which is still the standard reference for the subject. The book begins with an overall definition of geodiversity and the interrelationships between geodiversity and biodiversity at different scales. It then continues with a description of the geodiversity of the planet followed by a chapter looking at  the value of geodiversity to society, in terms of cultural, economic and functional value. Chapter 4 provides a discussion on the threats to geodiversity that exist, such as mineral extraction, dumping, river management, and Chapter 5 covers the traditional methods of conservation. Later chapters continue the theme by looking at a range of new approaches and inititatives and look at important issues for geodiversity in relation to biodiversity. The book closes with an examination of the traditional approaches to protect geodiversity and the new management agenda. Fully revised and updated throughout, the Second Edition now includes new material on geoparks, geotourism and implications of climate change for geoconservation.   Reviews  of previous edition:   Murray Grays new book is the first widely available text to bring together and analyse some of these emerging ideas.The result is a book that should be in the library of every land manager and one that is likely to lead many practicing geoscientists and quaternarists to a new view of the importance of their field for nature conservation and environmental management "...The author provides a timely review of recent advances in the integration of geodiversity into wider conservation and planning strategies..." . (Journal of Quaternary Science, Vol.19, No.8, December 2004)   "...the book is well-written and follows a clear and concise outline." (Environmental Geology, Vol. 48, No. 2, July 2005)