About the book
In this engaging book, hydrologist Peter E. Black celebrates the wonder of our planet's most precious natural resource. In these brief, nontechnical essays, readers are introduced to water's unique scientific properties, the vital role it plays in Earth's 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 earth's 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.
Editions of Water Drops
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781438444871
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781438444864
- PDF
- ISBN 9781438444888
Read an Excerpt
In this engaging book, hydrologist Peter E. Black celebrates the wonder of our planet's most precious natural resource. In these brief, nontechnical essays, readers are introduced to water's unique scientific properties, the vital role it plays in Earth's 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 earth's 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Water Drops about?
In this engaging book, hydrologist Peter E. Black celebrates the wonder of our planet's most precious natural resource. In these brief, nontechnical essays, readers are introduced to water's unique scientific properties, the vital role it plays in Earth's 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 earth's 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.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Water Drops?
Earth Sciences, Geography, Environment, Planning > The environment > Conservation of the environment
Where can I read a sample of Water Drops?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781438444871
How long is Water Drops and how many pages does it have?
Water Drops has 211 page(s)
Is Water Drops part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Excelsior Editions
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Water Drops?
Peter E. Black
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Water Drops is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781438444871) and paperback(ISBN 9781438444864) and pdf(ISBN 9781438444888)
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