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Cadillac Desert: The American West and Its Disappearing Water, Revised Edition,New
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Ive been thinking a lot about Cadillac Desert in the past few weeks, as the rain fell and fell and kept falling over California, much of which, despite the pouring heavens, seems likely to remain in the grip of a severe drought. Reisner anticipated this moment. He worried that the Wests success with irrigation could be a mirage that it took water for granted and didnt appreciate the precariousness of our capacity to control it. Farhad Manjoo, The New York Times, January 20,2023'The definitive work on the West's water crisis.' NewsweekThe story of the American West is the story of a relentless quest for a precious resource: water. It is a tale of rivers diverted and dammed, of political corruption and intrigue, of billiondollar battles over water rights, of ecological and economic disaster. In his landmark book, Cadillac Desert, Marc Reisner writes of the earliest settlers, lured by the promise of paradise, and of the ruthless tactics employed by Los Angeles politicians and business interests to ensure the city's growth. He documents the bitter rivalry between two government giants, the Bureau of Reclamation and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in the competition to transform the West. Based on more than a decade of research, Cadillac Desert is a stunning expose and a dramatic, intriguing history of the creation of an Edenan Eden that may only be a mirage.This edition includes a new postscript by Lawrie Mott, a former staff scientist at the Natural Resources Defense Council, that updates Western water issues over the last two decades, including the longterm impact of climate change and how the region can prepare for the future.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Cadillac Desert'? A: 'Cadillac Desert' explores the history of water management and the water crisis in the American West, detailing the struggles over water rights and the impact of irrigation practices.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Cadillac Desert'? A: The author of 'Cadillac Desert' is Marc Reisner, who is known for his in-depth research on environmental issues related to water in the Western United States.
- Q: What kind of issues does the revised edition address? A: The revised edition includes a new postscript by Lawrie Mott that updates readers on Western water issues over the last two decades, including climate change impacts and future preparations.
- Q: Is 'Cadillac Desert' suitable for academic study? A: 'Cadillac Desert' is frequently used in academic settings for its comprehensive analysis of environmental policy and water resource management, making it suitable for study in related fields.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Cadillac Desert'? A: 'Cadillac Desert' contains 582 pages of detailed content about the history and politics of water in the American West.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Cadillac Desert' is available in paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle for readers.
- Q: When was 'Cadillac Desert' first published? A: 'Cadillac Desert' was first published on January 1, 1993, and has since become a seminal work on water issues in the West.
- Q: What are the key features of 'Cadillac Desert'? A: Key features include its historical account of the water wars in the Western United States, detailed analysis of water management practices, and environmental consequences of these policies.
- Q: Is 'Cadillac Desert' a purely historical account? A: 'Cadillac Desert' combines historical narrative with critical analysis of environmental policy, making it both informative and engaging for readers interested in ecology and politics.
- Q: Can 'Cadillac Desert' help me understand current water issues? A: Yes, 'Cadillac Desert' provides insight into the historical context of current water issues, helping readers understand the ongoing challenges and debates surrounding water resources in the West.