"This book provides an overview of the issues linked to better soil management. Various angles and perspectives are presented, whether those of an agronomist, lawyer, economist, landscaper or political scientist. These analyses and reflections allow us to better reflect on the status of soils within our societies, allowing us to understand their diverse roles as well as the impact of human activity. The authors'contributions focus in particular on the most appropriate conditions of governance for the management of this precious asset."--Back cover.Abstract: "This book provides an overview of the issues linked to better soil management. Various angles and perspectives are presented, whether those of an agronomist, lawyer, economist, landscaper or political scientist. These analyses and reflections allow us to better reflect on the status of soils within our societies, allowing us to understand their diverse roles as well as the impact of human activity. The authors' contributions focus in particular on the most appropriate conditions of governance for the management of this precious asset."--Back cover