| Title | : | Rivers of the World: A Social, Geographical, and Environmental Sourcebook |
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| Rating | : | 4.91 (914 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1576070425 |
| Format Type | : | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages | : | 357 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2001-12-12 |
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Rivers of the World, vividly written and meticulously researched, is a rich and thorough treatment of some 200 of the world's rivers.
• Organized in A–Z format, from the rivers Aare to Ziz• Each entry is prefaced with basic facts for the river covered, including river source, tributaries, outlet, and length• Each entry concludes with suggestions for further reading• Includes a full index and glossary of key terms
Editorial : From Library Journal
Penn (Encyclopedia of Geographical Features in World History) has produced a well-researched reference work covering the major rivers of the world in their physical, cultural, and environmental settings. Arranged alphabetically and ranging from 250 to 2000 words, the 192 entries cover the major rivers of the world e.g., the Nile, Niger, Mississippi, , and Yangtze and many smaller ones. Each entry begins with information on the source of the river, its length, and its major tributaries, followed by a discussion of the physical, economical, historical, political, and environmental character of each river. Most entries contain references for further reading and cross references when applicable. Maps of each continent and its major rivers introduce the work, and a number of black-and-white photographs accompany the text; a useful glossary of river terms and an extensive bibliography are also included. Not as comprehensive as R. Kay Gresswell and Anthony Huxley's c
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