Name: Waterfall: Nature and Culture (en Inglés)
SKU: 9179677
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Author: Hudson, Brian J.
ISBN: 9781861899187

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Waterfall: Nature and Culture (en Inglés)

Formato

Libro Físico

Autor

Brian J. Hudson

Editorial

Reaktion Books

Idioma

Inglés

N° páginas

248

Encuadernación

Tapa Blanda

Dimensiones

21x15.4x1.7 cm

Peso

0.53 kg.

ISBN

1861899181

ISBN13

9781861899187

Categorías

Artes: enfoques y temas
Ríos y lagos
La tierra: historia natural general. interés general

Waterfall: Nature and Culture (en Inglés)

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From Niagara Falls in the United States to Angel Falls in Venezuela, Victoria Falls in Africa, and Hannoki Falls in Japan, waterfalls provide some of the world's loveliest panoramas. With their glistening spray and deafening roar, these astonishing natural wonders attract hordes of people each year who seek out, with cameras in hand, these terrifying and sublime examples of natural beauty.While waterfalls have often been considered in terms of their picturesque qualities, their rich cultural background has been neglected. In Waterfall, Brian Hudson portrays these marvels in a new light. He explores the many myths and legends waterfalls have inspired in cultures ranging from Native American to Celtic and Indian, and how they have been depicted in art, literature, film, and music. He also examines their influence on architecture and landscape design, as manmade waterfalls begin to be a staple of parks, gardens, and backyard landscaping. Hudson also discusses the ecology of waterfalls and the conflict that arises from their importance as both a source of hydroelectric power and tourist attractions in many countries. As erosion takes its own toll, the additional environmental impacts of human exploitation could be devastating. A superb addition to the library of any nature lover, this beautifully illustrated book provides a fascinating look at the history and value of these stunning cascades of water.