Publication |
USA, Lucent Books, 2003.
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Description |
112pYellow spine
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Series |
Rivers of the World
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Summary/Abstract |
Details the geologic features of Americas second longest river, describes the human communities, ecosystems, and wildlife habitats in or near the river, and examines the causes of the current depletion of the water and efforts to restore this natural resource.
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Contents |
Foreword
The river that can no longer find its way to the sea
A dessicated river
The ancient ones
The workhorse of the Southwest
The overtapped oasis
Working towards water security
A river thirsting for water
Notes
For furthur reading
Works consulted
Index
Picture credits
About the author
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Standard Number |
1-59018-365-7 Hb.
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