Isbn: 9798181489721 - the Living Desert: a History and Culture of the Sonoran Desert (5 results)

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

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the Sonoran Desert, defined primarily by its unique 'Dual Monsoon'-a two-season rainfall system that fosters the highest plant diversity of any hot desert in North America. The book meticulously weaves together the biological marvels of the saguaro-bat mutualism and the metabolic genius of CAM plants with the human history of the region. From the sophisticated hydraulic engineering of the ancient Hohokam to the resilient 'Himdag' way of life of the Tohono O'odham, the text illustrates how culture is inextricably linked to ecological rhythms. It further examines the colonial legacy of Father Kino's missions and the modern challenges of urbanization, invasive species like buffelgrass, and the fragmentation of wildlife corridors. Ultimately, the work serves as both a scientific guide and a call to stewardship, arguing that the desert's survival depends on our ability to respect its ancient, lasting rhythms and the thin margins of its water-driven life This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the Sonoran Desert, defined primarily by its unique 'Dual Monsoon'-a two-season rainfall system that fosters the highest plant diversity of any hot desert in North America. The book meticulously weaves together the biological marvels of the saguaro-bat mutualism and the metabolic genius of CAM plants with the human history of the region. From the sophisticated hydraulic engineering of the ancient Hohokam to the resilient 'Himdag' way of life of the Tohono O'odham, the text illustrates how culture is inextricably linked to ecological rhythms. It further examines the colonial legacy of Father Kino's missions and the modern challenges of urbanization, invasive species like buffelgrass, and the fragmentation of wildlife corridors. Ultimately, the work serves as both a scientific guide and a call to stewardship, arguing that the desert's survival depends on our ability to respect its ancient, lasting rhythms and the thin margins of its water-driven life This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…