The writing style is clear and good use is made throughout of examples from the UK and the rest of the world. Most students agreed that the book did exactly what the title suggested it would do and found it good value for money.

The main criticism which was levelled at the book was that a clearer explaination of how each element of the EIA fitted together in practice would have been appreciated.

Overall, an excellent text on EIA and one which I do recommend to all students of the subject and those who are involved in the EIA process.