Isbn: 9780243188260 - the reclamation era, vol. 32: january, 1942 (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book recounts the story of John Wesley Powell and his intrepid exploration of the Green and Colorado Rivers which transformed the understanding of the arid lands in the western United States. Powell's foresight led him to foresee the challenges and opportunities that the western landscape presented, and his ideas and personality left an indelible mark on the field of natural resource conservation. The author traces Powell's journey through his exploration, his scientific investigations, and his role as a pioneer in shaping the conservation movement. This book highlights the importance of Powell's work in adapting economic development to natural conditions and his emphasis on the necessity for wise land and water utilization. Through the author's engaging narrative, readers gain insights into Powell's legacy and the continuing relevance of his ideas in addressing contemporary issues of land and water management in the arid West. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…