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Dirt

The Erosion of Civilizations

Dirt( )
Author: Montgomery, David R.
ISBN:978-0-520-24870-0
Publication Date:May 2007
Publisher:University of California Press
Book Format:Hardback
List Price:AUD $169.00
Book Description:

Dirt, soil, call it what you want--it's everywhere we go. It is the root of our existence, supporting our feet, our farms, our cities. This fascinating yet disquieting book finds, however, that we are running out of dirt, and it's no laughing matter. An engaging natural and cultural history of soil that sweeps from ancient civilizations to modern times, Dirt: The Erosion of Civilizations explores the compelling idea that we are--and have long been--using up Earth's soil....
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Book Details
Pages:295
Detailed Subjects: Technology & Engineering / Agriculture / Agronomy / Soil Science
Science / Earth Sciences / General
Physical Dimensions (W X L X H):15.24 x 22.86 x 2.54 cm
Book Weight:0.477 Kilograms



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