American West at Risk, The: Science, Myths, and Politics of Land Abuse and Recovery
The American West at Risk examines the environmental decline of the arid western United States, documenting how resource extraction, energy development, and nuclear experimentation have reshaped fragile landscapes. From depleted soils and waters to nuclear test sites such as Gasbuggy and Rio Blanco, the book traces the consequences of policies that prioritized short-term gain over long-term stewardship. It calls for renewed conservation of soils, freshwater, forests, and fisheries to prevent further degradation of the region’s remaining natural resources.
Source: Oxford University Press, USA (2008) Read More