Aridity
Droughts and Human Development
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Beschreibung
At the intersection of environmental science and human biology this book deals with dry ecosystems - aridity, droughts, wind and its influence on soils and regulation - the societies affected by these ecosystems, and the inventiveness of those living under these conditions. These environments are the basis of nomad existence, of irrigated agriculture and of the first civilisations dependent on streams. Changes in the modern epoch, the ever-increasing technology and demographic development show that environmental degradation and the socio-economic situation cannot be explained by just one factor. This book tries to answer the question whether long-lasting development is possible in dry environments.
Examples from all over the world, based on the research of the author
This book aims to examine the interactions between the specific environmental conditions of drylands and the adaptation of people to these conditions.
Autor*in
Monique Mainguet
Themen in »Aridity«
Klimaänderung Landdegradation Landerosion Trockenheit aridity climate change ecosystem land degradation land erosion nachhaltige Entwicklung sustainable development vegetation wind