Description
Discover the profound narrative of 'River Notes' by Wade Davis, a beautifully crafted trade paperback published by Greystone Books in 2024. This essential read explores the urgent plight of the Colorado River, often dubbed 'America’s Nile.' Here, the author, a former National Geographic Explorer and esteemed anthropologist, presents an evocative account of how this magnificent river has been transformed by human intervention. 'River Notes' serves as both a love letter and a heartfelt elegy to a vital natural resource that countless communities depend upon. With breathtaking insights, this book details the impacts of over twenty-five dams and the environmental crisis that threatens the river’s very existence.
As the most regulated river in the world, the Colorado provides life-sustaining water to major cities such as Las Vegas, San Diego, and Los Angeles, where over 25 million residents rely on its dwindling flows. Delve into the transformative journey of the Colorado River, from its once vibrant ecosystems to its current state of crisis, where it meanders in a weakened form towards an uncertain future. Wade Davis’s evocative prose captures not only the beauty of the river's remaining wild rapids and serene pools but also conveys an urgent plea: it’s time to protect this invaluable resource and restore the balance. 'River Notes' is a must-read for environmental advocates, nature lovers, and anyone passionate about preserving our planet's lifeblood for generations to come.
As the most regulated river in the world, the Colorado provides life-sustaining water to major cities such as Las Vegas, San Diego, and Los Angeles, where over 25 million residents rely on its dwindling flows. Delve into the transformative journey of the Colorado River, from its once vibrant ecosystems to its current state of crisis, where it meanders in a weakened form towards an uncertain future. Wade Davis’s evocative prose captures not only the beauty of the river's remaining wild rapids and serene pools but also conveys an urgent plea: it’s time to protect this invaluable resource and restore the balance. 'River Notes' is a must-read for environmental advocates, nature lovers, and anyone passionate about preserving our planet's lifeblood for generations to come.