Defining the management of human-wildlife conflict as the process of preventing animals from damaging human agriculture or other resources, Conover (director, Berryman Institute, Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, Utah State U.) focuses on fundamental concepts rather than specific species or problems. He begins by defining wildlife damage management; discussing its philosophy and history; and examining how wildlife can threaten human health and safety, the economy, and the environment. Discussions are then devoted to management techniques such as lethal control, fertility control, translocation, behavior modification, and supplemental feeding. Finally, adding resource change plans or attempts to change human perception into integrated approaches is explored. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)