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Synopsis
This compact guide describes the ecology of deserts, and how plants, animals and humans have adapted to survive on their sparse resources. Illustrated with full-colour maps of all of the world's major deserts from the Atacama to the Gobi, and more than 170 photos and illustrations, it explains their unique flora and fauna, and the impact of climate change. Practical advice on how to visit desert landscapes is included.
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About the Author
Andrew Warren is a geomorphologist at University College, London, with a specialty in desert sand and dunes.
Tony Allan is a professor at King's College, London, and specializes in water policies for desert regions.
Review
The book is compact and comprehensive. The photographs and maps are excellent. The reader is left with the realization that there is no such thing as "the desert." There are many deserts, and quite a variety of them. This book leaves readers with an understanding of the richness that must be preserved. (Rebecca Bell The Science Teacher 2008-09-01)
Provides those new to the study of deserts with comprehensive information about this climate... a useful supplement to larger volumes on geology, geography, and ecology. (Shannon Graff Hysell American Reference Books Annual)
After reading this book I realised that I have never been to "see" a desert... I have not really looked at the desert for its own sake. This is a mistake I will not repeat... This book is very interesting to read just because it puts deserts in perspective... [It] will give added value toa trip... It gives a wonderful background on where desert's ecosystem fits in the world's biosphere. The authors have convinced me that deserts are important and I will pay more attention in the future. Buy this book for yourself. (Roy John Canadian Field Naturalist, vol. 1q20, no. 2, Apr-J)
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