An introduction to our most precious natural resource. In this engaging book, hydrologist Peter E. Black celebrates the wonder of our planets most precious natural resource. In these brief, nontechnical essays, readers are introduced to waters unique scientific properties, the vital role it plays in Earths ecology and ecosystems, and the impact it has had on human history, culture, art, law, and economics. At turns educational and inspirational, humorous and reverent, the book also sounds a cautionary note: water is ...
Read More
An introduction to our most precious natural resource. In this engaging book, hydrologist Peter E. Black celebrates the wonder of our planets most precious natural resource. In these brief, nontechnical essays, readers are introduced to waters unique scientific properties, the vital role it plays in Earths ecology and ecosystems, and the impact it has had on human history, culture, art, law, and economics. At turns educational and inspirational, humorous and reverent, the book also sounds a cautionary note: water is abundant, but it is also scarce. Only three percent of the earths water is fresh, and only a small percentage of that fresh water is available for human use and consumption. Therefore, it must be managed carefully, and understood, lest we find ourselves with too little, too late.
Read Less
Add this copy of Water Drops: Celebrating the Wonder of Water (Excelsior to cart. $8.86, very good condition, Sold by More Than Words rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Waltham, MA, UNITED STATES, published 2012 by Excelsior Editions/State University of New York Press.
Edition:
2012, Excelsior Editions/State University of New York Press
Publisher:
Excelsior Editions/State University of New York Press
Published:
2012
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
18278530044
Shipping Options:
Standard Shipping: $4.59
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very Good. . All orders guaranteed and ship within 24 hours. Your purchase supports More Than Words, a nonprofit job training program for youth, empowering youth to take charge of their lives by taking charge of a business.
Add this copy of Water Drops: Celebrating the Wonder of Water (Excelsior to cart. $8.86, good condition, Sold by More Than Words rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Waltham, MA, UNITED STATES, published 2012 by Excelsior Editions/State University of New York Press.
Edition:
2012, Excelsior Editions/State University of New York Press
Publisher:
Excelsior Editions/State University of New York Press
Published:
2012
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
18274019616
Shipping Options:
Standard Shipping: $4.59
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Good. . All orders guaranteed and ship within 24 hours. Your purchase supports More Than Words, a nonprofit job training program for youth, empowering youth to take charge of their lives by taking charge of a business.
Add this copy of Water Drops: Celebrating the Wonder of Water (Excelsior to cart. $28.10, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2012 by State University of New York P.
Edition:
2012, Excelsior Editions/State University of New York Press
Add this copy of Water Drops: Celebrating the Wonder of Water (Excelsior to cart. $50.47, new condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2012 by State University of New York P.
Edition:
2012, Excelsior Editions/State University of New York Press
