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Rivers In History: Perspectives On Waterways In Europe And North America (Pittsburgh Hist Urban Environ)
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Throughout History, Rivers Have Run A Wide Course Through Human Temporal And Spiritual Experience. They Have Demarcated Mythological Worlds, Framed The Cradle Of Western Civilization, And Served As Physical And Psychological Boundaries Among Nations. Rivers Have Become A Crux Of Transportation, Industry, And Commerce. They Have Been Loved As Nurturing Providers, Nationalist Symbols, And The Source Of Romantic Lore But Also Loathed As Sites Of Conflict And Natural Disaster.Rivers In History Presents One Of The First Comparative Histories Of Rivers On The Continents Of Europe And North America In The Modern Age. The Contributors Examine The Impact Of Rivers On Humans And, Conversely, The Impact Of Humans On Rivers. They View This Dynamic Relationship Through Political, Cultural, Industrial, Social, And Ecological Perspectives In National And Transnational Settings.As Integral Sources Of Food And Water, Local And International Transportation, Recreation, And Aesthetic Beauty, Rivers Have Dictated Where Cities Have Risen, And In Times Of Flooding, Drought, And War, Where They'Ve Fallen. Modern Western Civilizations Have Sought To Control Rivers By Channeling Them For Irrigation, Raising And Lowering Them In Canal Systems, And Damming Them For Power Generation.Contributors Analyze The Regional, National, And International Politicization Of Rivers, The Use And Treatment Of Waterways In Urban Versus Rural Environments, And The Increasing Role Of International Commissions In Ecological And Commercial Legislation For The Protection Of River Resources. Case Studies Include The Seine In Paris, The Mississippi, The Volga, The Rhine, And The Rivers Of Pittsburgh. Rivers In History Is A Broad Environmental History Of Waterways That Makes A Major Contribution To The Study, Preservation, And Continued Sustainability Of Rivers As Vital Lifelines Of Western Culture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Rivers in History'? A: The book explores the historical significance of rivers in Europe and North America, examining how they have shaped human civilization and the reciprocal influence of human activity on waterways.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Rivers in History' is Christof Mauch.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Rivers in History' published? A: The book was published on July 22, 2008.
- Q: How many pages does 'Rivers in History' contain? A: The book contains a total of 256 pages.
- Q: What perspectives are covered in the book regarding rivers? A: The book covers political, cultural, industrial, social, and ecological perspectives on the relationship between rivers and humans.
- Q: Are there case studies included in 'Rivers in History'? A: Yes, the book includes case studies on rivers such as the Seine, Mississippi, Volga, Rhine, and those in Pittsburgh.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Is this edition illustrated? A: Yes, this edition of 'Rivers in History' is illustrated.
- Q: What is the significance of rivers as discussed in the book? A: The book discusses rivers as vital sources of food, transportation, recreation, and their role in shaping cities and cultures, while also addressing issues like flooding and ecological sustainability.