This book represents the only freshwater ecology textbook that is specifically aimed at an introductory level. It will also be a useful primer for students who have not previously taken a specialized freshwater course but who require an accessible overview of the subject.
KEY FEATURES INCLUDE:

• General reviews on the methods of science, influence of scale, and the main features of freshwater systems.
• Coverage of several fundamental and applied ecological questions.
• A logical structure in each chapter that builds from a general observation of an ecological pattern, to an exploration of the various scientific approaches that can be used to investigate such patterns.
• Suggested further reading lists for each chapter.