Publisher's Synopsis
A History Of Land Use In Arid Regions: Arid Zone Research, No. 17 by Laurence Dudley Stamp is a comprehensive study of the ways in which humans have used and managed land in arid regions throughout history. The book provides a detailed overview of the different types of land use that have been practiced in arid regions around the world, including agriculture, pastoralism, mining, and urbanization. It also explores the environmental and social impacts of these different forms of land use, and how they have changed over time.The book is based on extensive research and draws on a wide range of sources, including historical documents, archaeological evidence, and contemporary studies of land use in arid regions. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an ideal resource for students, researchers, and anyone interested in the history and ecology of arid regions.Overall, A History Of Land Use In Arid Regions provides a fascinating and informative look at the complex relationship between humans and the environment in some of the world's most challenging landscapes.Contributing Authors Include F. Kenneth Hare, K. W. Butzer, R. O. Whyte And Others.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
