Deserts: A Very Short Introduction
A concise guide to desert landscapes, their formation, ecology, and the ways people have lived in and used these arid regions throughout history.
About This Book
Deserts: A Very Short Introduction explores the defining characteristics and global distribution of desert environments.
It examines the physical processes that create arid landscapes and the adaptations of plants and animals.
The book considers human relationships with deserts, from ancient civilizations to modern resource use.
It highlights contemporary challenges such as desertification and sustainable management.
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