The Great Lakes: The Natural History of a Changing Region

The Great Lakes: The Natural History of a Changing Region (David Suzuki Institute)
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Ever since French explorer Samuel de Champlainâ€™s first taste of what he called Â“la mer douceâ€ Â— the freshwater sea Â— the Great Lakes have been admired, exploited, and renewed. This vast region is a study in contrasts: a hub of industry thatâ€™s the resting spot for billions of migrating birds. 40 million residents, immense untamed forests. 95 percent of North Americaâ€™s fresh water and a dumping ground for poisonous wastes. The Great Lakes is an authoritative, accessible look at an ecosystem in eternal flux. Written by one of North Americaâ€™s most acclaimed science and nature writers, the book explores the areaâ€™s geological formation and its role in human history; its diverse plant, bird, and animal species; and its significant physical, climatic, and environmental features. This captivating tribute to the Great Lakes region is also an essential guide to the challenge of preserving the natural world.
Country USA
Brand Greystone Books
Manufacturer Greystone Books
Binding Hardcover
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781553651970
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

The Great Lakes: The Natural History of a Changing Region (David Suzuki Institute)