by Fred Pearce · Transworld Publ. Ltd UK · tapa blanda · ISBN 9781903919583
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«When the Rivers Run Dry» is Fred Pearce's environmental journalism essay, published by Transworld Publ. Ltd UK in paperback (368 pages, in English).
Fred Pearce travels from Kent to Kenya to show how human demand depletes rivers, aquifers and reservoirs across the planet. The book gathers stories of those affected by drought, pollution and water disputes. Pearce argues that managing this resource is the great challenge of the 21st century and that there is a solution if we change our relationship with it.
Published on 2 April 2007; edition subtitle: «What Happens When Our Water Runs Out?».
Suitable for students and professionals in environmental sciences, as well as readers interested in scientific journalism and sustainability.
Fred Pearce is an English science writer and public speaker based in London. He reports on the environment, popular science and development issues. He specialises in global environmental issues, including water and climate change.
