Environmentalist and author, Chris Stone graduated from one of the very first British environment degrees, and commenced his career planning wildlife conservation projects on the heaths of east Suffolk. Moving into the field of environment and development, he took a position with an environmental consultancy specialising in tourism and environmental planning. During a career spanning three decades at UK universities, Chris dedicated himself to teaching and research on sustainability, publishing widely and establishing a reputation as an academic expert on sustainable and responsible tourism. European Deserts marks Chris's return to his lifelong passion for environmental conservation in an increasingly nature-depleted world.