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9781333707965: Water Supply of and Geological Notes on the Rhein Valley (Classic Reprint)

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This book delves into the intricate relationship between the Rhine Valley s geographical features and the German people who have inhabited the region. The author meticulously examines the valley's three distinct zones, highlighting the ways in which the landscape has shaped human settlement and industry. The book situates the Rhine Valley within its broader historical context, exploring the interplay between topography, climate, and the rise and fall of civilizations. It unveils the valley's rich cultural heritage, from the Roman Empire to the present day, showcasing its role as a crossroads of trade, ideas, and artistic expression. Through its rigorous analysis of the valley's geography, this book sheds light on the profound impact of the natural world on human society. It demonstrates how mountains, rivers, and forests have influenced everything from agricultural practices to political boundaries, ultimately shaping the unique character of the Rhine Valley and its people.

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Moselle River. Between Trier (treves) and its mouth at Kob lentz, the Moselle flows through a narrow, winding rather steep walled valley. During normal and low water stages the width of this part of the river is 300 to 500 feet, and depth 3 to 20 feet. There are, however, many shallow places, which are passable as fords during the low water. In these the bottom is hard.

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Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com

This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

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Excerpt from Water Supply of and Geological Notes on the Rhein Valley
The highest oods of the Rhein occur in the winter or early spring (march), but the highest average monthly discharge is in summer. The lowest recorded discharges are during the winter, but the lowest average monthly. Discharge is between September and November.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works."

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9780656927760: Water Supply of and Geological Notes on the Rhein Valley (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10:  0656927763 ISBN 13:  9780656927760
Editorial: Forgotten Books, 2019
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