ISBN: 9780331334333 - preliminary order of determination of the relative rights to the waters of the carson river and its forks in the counties of ormsby, douglas, and lyon (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 delves into the complex history of water conflicts in the western United States, particularly in the Carson River Valley of Nevada. The author meticulously examines the legal battles, social tensions, and environmental challenges that have shaped water rights and usage in the region. By tracing the evolution of water law and policies from the 1850s to the early 1900s, the book sheds light on the ongoing struggle between individual property rights and the collective need for water resources. Through a comprehensive analysis of primary sources and historical accounts, the book offers valuable insights into the legal and social frameworks that have governed water distribution and use in the American West, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in water rights, environmental history, and the legal battles that have shaped the allocation of this precious resource. 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.…