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Brief text and photographs introduce the geography, history, government, people, and economy of Ethiopia. ... Read more

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There has been increasing recognition around the world that wetlands are fragile ecosystems which require sensitive and sustainable management if they are to continue to provide their range of functions and benefits. T hese functions and benefits, which include contributions to food security and environmental regulation, play a critical role in sustaining rural livelihoods in many developing countries. Drawing upon research carried out in the area, this book identifies and discusses the importance of wetlands to local communities in south-west Ethiopia, and in particular, how indigenous wetland management practices contribute to sustainable wetland use. As the basis of wetland management, particular attention is paid to the role of Indigenous Knowledge Systems, and how knowledge of wetland functioning is acquired, disseminated, developed and applied by local communities in their wetland management strategies. Critically, this community knowledge is examined in the context of scientific data, specifically that obtained from a wetland hydrology monitoring programme, thereby drawing attention to the strengths and weaknesses of both systems.This has major implications not only for the ways in which wetlands and other natural resources are managed at the local level, but also for the wider rural development strategies of governments and non-governmental organizations. ... Read more

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Brief text and photographs introduce the geography, history, government, people, and economy of Ethiopia. ... Read more

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Although it still has a low urban population when compared with the rest of the world, Ethiopia nevertheless has been experiencing one of the most rapid urbanization processes of recent years. This rapid urban growth, however, has not been accompanied by a commensurate increase in basic infrastructure and amenities that are essential for a healthy urban environment. Housing, water supply, sanitation services, drainage, transport networks and health services have not been able to keep pace with the prevailing urban growth rates, resulting in a deterioration of urban living conditions and increasingly serious health problems. Living With Urban Environmental Health Risks examines the extent and nature of environmental problems in urban areas in Ethiopia and their impact on health. The book points to the economic and political causes that underlie many of the urban problems in the country. This in-depth analysis suggests ways to deal with these problems at community, municipal, and national levels. ... Read more

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Describes the geography, history, culture, economy, and people of the mountainous country in northeastern Africa troubled in recent years by drought, famine, and civil unrest. ... Read more

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An introduction to the history, geography, plants and animals, government, economy, cities and transportation, people, and social life and customs of Ethiopia, a country in eastern Africa where people have lived for millions of years. ... Read more

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The overall objective of this volume is to show the impact of farming systems research (FSR) activities in Ethiopia on agricultural research and on the development of technologies and policies for small-scale farmers. The work reported is based on research conducted by scientists at the Institute of Agricultural Research, in collaboration with staff from the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT), the International Center for tropical Agriculture (CIAT) and the International Livestock Center for Africa (ILCA). Ethiopia is one of the few developing countries where FSR activities have been institutionalized and have had and important influence on the development of new technologies for farmers. Consequently, the research results, as well as the policy analysis, methodology and the institutionalization process, will be relevant to all researchers and change agents concerned with the developing world, whether they be economists, policy makers or administrators. ... Read more

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Describes the history, geography, people, and customs of Ethiopia. ... Read more

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Chapters: Kormuk, Itang, Debre Zeyit, Benishangul Gumuz, Ketema, Manbuk, Meti, Ethiopia, Dibate, Genete Mariam, Gurgura, Bambasi, Gendebelo, Bulen, Sherkole, Kingdom of Garo, Agalo Mite, Oda Godere, Jamma River, St. George's Cathedral, Addis Ababa, Mandura, Belo Jegonfoy, Administrative Zone 1, Begemder, Komesha, Kebele, Menge, Dabus River, Gambela National Park, Gojeb River, Blue Nile Falls, Melka Kunture, Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport, Amaro Mountains, Kulfo River, Germama River, Subdivisions of Ethiopia, Reb River, Qwara province, Yabelo Wildlife Sanctuary, Mankush, Kaffa Province, Ethiopia, Provinces of Ethiopia, Welega Province, Addis Merkato, Walaqa River, Sanetti Plateau, Harenna Forest, Alu, Kuni-Muktar Mountain Nyala Sanctuary, Gumara River, Lasta, Bilate River, Damot, Lake Ardibbo, Ayesha River, Dechatu River, Lesser Angereb, Guder River, List of islands of Ethiopia, Hanger River, Mille River, Mount Entoto, Furi, Mofar River, Katar River, Jubba Valley, Adabay River, Qechene River, Gambela Airport, Magech River, Asosa Airport, Agawmeder, Gebba River, Mui River, Manda-Inakir, Time in Ethiopia, Mago River, Denchya River, Beles River, Logiya River, Borkana River, Wajja River, Fafen River, Akaki River, Sor River, Wanchet River, Shinfa River, Wabe River, Kabenna River, Chalbi Desert, Rahad River, Hawadi River, Ataye River, Durkham River, Hertali, Lagabora River, Awetu River, Dembi River, Cheleleka River, Keleta River, Modjo River, List of islands of Eritrea, Alero River, Shebelle Valley, Karsa River, Doha River, Gololcha River, Dukem River, Gibe River, Dalaffilla, Dakkar, Lesser Abay River, Weyib River, Erer River, Wari River, Segen Rift Valley, Didessa Wildlife Sanctuary, Mello, Ethiopia, Meki River, Entoto Mountains, Balagas River, Welmel River, Borchotto, Mena River, Neri River, Stephanie Wildlife Sanctuary, Ataba River, Jikawo River, Galetti River, Adigale, Gestro River, Jerer River, Amarro horst,. Sourc...http://booksllc.net/?id=5671533 ... Read more

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Ethiopia is located in the Horn of Africa and is bordered on the north and northeast by Eritrea, on the east by Djibouti and Somalia, on the south by Kenya, and on the west and southwest by Sudan. The country has a high central plateau that varies from 1,290 to 3,000 m (4,232 to 9,843 ft) above sea level, with the highest mountain reaching 4,533 m (14,872 ft). Elevation is generally highest just before the point of descent to the Great Rift Valley, which splits the plateau diagonally. A number of rivers cross the plateau -- notably the Blue Nile rising from Lake Tana. The plateau gradually slopes to the lowlands of the Sudan on the west and the Somali-inhabited plains to the southeast. The climate is temperate on the plateau and hot in the lowlands. At Addis Ababa, which ranges from 2,200 to 2,600 m (7,218 to 8,530 ft), maximum temperature is 26 °C (78.8 °F) and minimum 4 °C (39.2 °F). The weather is usually sunny and dry, but the short (belg) rains occur from February to April and the big (meher) rains from mid-June to mid-September. ... Read more

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Chapters: List of Islands in the Detroit River. Source: Wikipedia. Pages: 73. Not illustrated. Free updates online. Purchase includes a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Excerpt: Ethiopia is located in the Horn of Africa and is bordered on the north and northeast by Eritrea, on the east by Djibouti and Somalia, on the south by Kenya, and on the west and southwest by Sudan. The country has a high central plateau that varies from 1,290 to 3,000 m (4,232 to 9,843 ft) above sea level, with the highest mountain reaching 4,533 m (14,872 ft). Elevation is generally highest just before the point of descent to the Great Rift Valley, which splits the plateau diagonally. A number of rivers cross the plateaunotably the Blue Nile rising from Lake Tana. The plateau gradually slopes to the lowlands of the Sudan on the west and the Somali-inhabited plains to the southeast. Between the valley of the Upper Nile and Ethiopia's border with Eritrea is a region of elevated plateaus from which rise the various tablelands and mountains that constitute the Ethiopian Highlands. On nearly every side, the walls of the plateaus rise abruptly from the plains, constituting outer mountain chains. The highlands are thus a clearly marked orographic division. In Eritrea, the eastern wall of this plateau runs parallel to the Red Sea from Ras Kasar (18° N) to Annesley Bay (also known as the Bay of Zula) (15° N). It then turns due south into Ethiopia and follows closely the line of 40° E for some 600 km (373 mi). About 9° N there is a break in the wall, through which the Awash River flows eastward. The main range at this point trends southwest, while south of the Awash Valley, which is some 1,000 m (3,281 ft) below the level of the mountains, another massif rises in a direct line south. This second range sends a chain (the Ahmar mountains) eastward toward the Gulf of Aden. The tw...More: http://booksllc.net/?id=62143 ... Read more

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Traces the history of Ethiopia from ancient times to the present and examines some of the reasons for the devastating famines and wars that have kept this nation in the headlines. ... Read more

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Using OXFAM's bank of photographs and its detailed specialist knowledge, the "WorldFocus" series provides an authentic portrait of what life is really like for people living in the countries covered. Each book has a country profile, an in-depth study of a typical locality, case studies of real people showing how they spend their time, what their jobs are and the challenges they face. This book looks at the real people, real places and real issues of Ethiopia. ... Read more

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Photographs and text look at the past, development, and present culture of Ethiopia and its inhabitants. ... Read more

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Ethiopia is an exhaustive treatment of this ancient country's history coupled with an exploration of the nation today. Arranged by broad topics, the book provides an overview of Ethiopia's physical and human geography, its history, its system of government, and the present economic situation.

But the book also presents a picture of contemporary society and culture and of the Ethiopian people. It also discusses art, music, and cinema; class; gender; ethnicity; and education, as well as the language, food, and etiquette of the country. Readers will learn such fascinating details as the fact that coffee was first domesticated in Ethiopia more than 10,000 years ago and that modern Ethiopia comprises 77 different ethnic groups with their own distinct languages.

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The first comprehensive study of the historical geography of Ethiopia, this book surveys the political, economic, and cultural geography of the region from ancient times to the dawn of the 18th century.Based on classical, medieval, and later sources, the late Huntingford's volume is an essential guide to the locations mentioned in Ethiopian historical documents and literature. ... Read more