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PublisherDartmouth College
ISBN-101584657650
ISBN-139781584657651
eBay Product ID (ePID)71683720
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Book TitleWhere the Great River Rises : An Atlas of the Upper Connecticut River Watershed in Vermont and New Hampshire
Number of Pages284 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2009
TopicUnited States / Northeast / New England (Ct, mA, Me, NH, Ri, VT), United States / State & Local / New England (Ct, mA, Me, NH, Ri, VT), Essays, Natural Resources
IllustratorYes
GenreNature, Travel, Literary Collections, History
AuthorRebecca A. Brown
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.8 in
Item Weight51 Oz
Item Length12 in
Item Width10.1 in
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Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2008-051845
Reviews"Like other atlases, this is not a book easily devoured in one sitting. It is better enjoyed as a resource, for resolving arguments during dinner, researching school projects, or satisfying idle curiosity. Regardless, it will provide manyhours of satisfaction. And it should help restore the mighty Connecticut to its rightful place at the heart of the Twin States."--Northern Woodlands, Like other atlases, this is not a book easily devoured in one sitting. It is better enjoyed as a resource, for resolving arguments during dinner, researching school projects, or satisfying idle curiosity. Regardless, it will provide many hours of satisfaction. And it should help restore the mighty Connecticut to its rightful place at the heart of the Twin States., "The maps in this atlas are useful, but the real strength of Where the Great River Rises is the informational text along with the excellent photographs and figures. ... this is an excellent resource for people interested in the upper Connecticut River . . . Highly recommended." - Choice, "The maps in this atlas are useful, but the real strength of Where the Great River Rises is the informational text along with the excellent photographs and figures. ... this is an excellent resource for people interested in the upper Connecticut River . . . Highly recommended." -Choice, "Stunning . . . so much information about the upper Connecticut River region has never been gathered so comprehensively in one place, with a user-friendly index and a bibliography to guide further study . . . For residents and visitors who love the river, and those who just want to learn more about it, this is the reference book you have been waiting for."-Valley News, "Stunning . . . so much information about the upper Connecticut River region has never been gathered so comprehensively in one place, with a user-friendly index and a bibliography to guide further study . . . For residents and visitors who love the river, and those who just want to learn more about it, this is the reference book you have been waiting for." -Valley News, "Everything you ever wanted to know about the Connecticut RiverÑand then some! From ancient geology, through natural and human history, to current trends and projections for the future, this atlas covers it all. An invaluable companion for any lover of this priceless (and underappreciated) resource flowing right through our midst." ÑWillem Lange, writer, television host, storyteller, "The maps in this atlas are useful, but the real strength of Where the Great River Rises is the informational text along with the excellent photographs and figures. ... this is an excellent resource for people interested in the upper Connecticut River . . . Highly recommended." ÑChoice, "Everything you ever wanted to know about the Connecticut River--and then some! From ancient geology, through natural and human history, to current trends and projections for the future, this atlas covers it all. An invaluable companion for any lover of this priceless (and underappreciated) resource flowing right through our midst." --Willem Lange, writer, television host, storyteller, "Like other atlases, this is not a book easily devoured in one sitting. It is better enjoyed as a resource, for resolving arguments during dinner, researching school projects, or satisfying idle curiosity. Regardless, it will provide many hours of satisfaction. And it should help restore the mighty Connecticut to its rightful place at the heart of the Twin States."--Northern Woodlands, The maps in this atlas are useful, but the real strength of Where the Great River Rises is the informational text along with the excellent photographs and figures. ... this is an excellent resource for people interested in the upper Connecticut River . . . Highly recommended., "Stunning . . . so much information about the upper Connecticut River region has never been gathered so comprehensively in one place, with a user-friendly index and a bibliography to guide further study . . . For residents and visitors who love the river, and those who just want to learn more about it, this is the reference book you have been waiting for." - Valley News, "The maps in this atlas are useful, but the real strength of Where the Great River Rises is the informational text along with the excellent photographs and figures. ... this is an excellent resource for people interested in the upper Connecticut River . . . Highly recommended." --Choice, "Like other atlases, this is not a book easily devoured in one sitting. It is better enjoyed as a resource, for resolving arguments during dinner, researching school projects, or satisfying idle curiosity. Regardless, it will provide many \Rhours of satisfaction. And it should help restore the mighty Connecticut to its rightful place at the heart of the Twin States."--Northern Woodlands, "Like other atlases, this is not a book easily devoured in one sitting. It is better enjoyed as a resource, for resolving arguments during dinner, researching school projects, or satisfying idle curiosity. Regardless, it will provide manyhours of satisfaction. And it should help restore the mighty Connecticut to its rightful place at the heart of the Twin States."-Northern Woodlands, "Like other atlases, this is not a book easily devoured in one sitting. It is better enjoyed as a resource, for resolving arguments during dinner, researching school projects, or satisfying idle curiosity. Regardless, it will provide many hours of satisfaction. And it should help restore the mighty Connecticut to its rightful place at the heart of the Twin States."- Northern Woodlands, "Like other atlases, this is not a book easily devoured in one sitting. It is better enjoyed as a resource, for resolving arguments during dinner, researching school projects, or satisfying idle curiosity. Regardless, it will provide many hours of satisfaction. And it should help restore the mighty Connecticut to its rightful place at the heart of the Twin States."-Northern Woodlands, "Stunning . . . so much information about the upper Connecticut River region has never been gathered so comprehensively in one place, with a user-friendly index and a bibliography to guide further study . . . For residents and visitors who love the river, and those who just want to learn more about it, this is the reference book you have been waiting for." \R--Valley News, Stunning . . . so much information about the upper Connecticut River region has never been gathered so comprehensively in one place, with a user-friendly index and a bibliography to guide further study . . . For residents and visitors who love the river, and those who just want to learn more about it, this is the reference book you have been waiting for., "Everything you ever wanted to know about the Connecticut River-and then some! From ancient geology, through natural and human history, to current trends and projections for the future, this atlas covers it all. An invaluable companion for any lover of this priceless (and underappreciated) resource flowing right through our midst." -Willem Lange, writer, television host, storyteller, "Stunning . . . so much information about the upper Connecticut River region has never been gathered so comprehensively in one place, with a user-friendly index and a bibliography to guide further study . . . For residents and visitors who love the river, and those who just want to learn more about it, this is the reference book you have been waiting for."--Valley News, "Stunning . . . so much information about the upper Connecticut River region has never been gathered so comprehensively in one place, with a user-friendly index and a bibliography to guide further study . . . For residents and visitors who love the river, and those who just want to learn more about it, this is the reference book you have been waiting for." --Valley News, "Stunning . . . so much information about the upper Connecticut River region has never been gathered so comprehensively in one place, with a user-friendly index and a bibliography to guide further study . . . For residents and visitors who love the river, and those who just want to learn more about it, this is the reference book you have been waiting for." ÑValley News, Everything you ever wanted to know about the Connecticut River-and then some! From ancient geology, through natural and human history, to current trends and projections for the future, this atlas covers it all. An invaluable companion for any lover of this priceless (and underappreciated) resource flowing right through our midst., "Like other atlases, this is not a book easily devoured in one sitting. It is better enjoyed as a resource, for resolving arguments during dinner, researching school projects, or satisfying idle curiosity. Regardless, it will provide many hours of satisfaction. And it should help restore the mighty Connecticut to its rightful place at the heart of the Twin States."ÑNorthern Woodlands
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal912.742
Table Of ContentForeword - Sharon F. Francis * Preface - Barry Lawson * A Note on Map Making - Bob Gagliuso * Acknowledgments - Rebecca A. Brown and Barry Lawson * Introduction: Connections with the River - W. D. Wetherell * THE PHYSICAL LANDSCAPE * Introduction * Physiography and Bedrock Geology - Jon Kim and David Wunsch * Glacial Geology - Laurence Becker and David Wunsch * Soils - Thomas Villars * CLIMATE AND WEATHER * Introduction - Nat Tripp * Weather and Climate - Steve Maleski * Extreme Weather Events - Natalie Koch * Climate Change - Natalie Koch * THE RIVER AND WATERSHED * Introduction * Subwatersheds and Major Tributaries - Adair D. Mulligan and Bob Gagliuso * Groundwater - Sarah Flanagan * Streamflow - Richard Moore * Water Quality - Adair D. Mulligan * Water Management - Cleve Kapala and Rebecca A. Brown * THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT * Introduction * Habitats and Natural Communities - Ned Swanberg * Forests - Charles V. Cogbill * Wetlands - Brett Engstrom * Flora - David S. Conant * Birds - Charlie Browne * Fish - David L. Deen * Reptiles and Amphibians - Jim Andrews * Mammals - Ted Levin * HUMAN HISTORY OF THE WATERSHED * Introduction * Native Space - Lisa Brooks, Donna Roberts Moody, and John Moody * Early Settlement - Jere Daniell * Early Agriculture - Steve Taylor * The Industrial Era - Richard Ewald * CURRENT WATERSHED PATTERNS * Introduction * Contemporary Agriculture - Steve Taylor * Land Use - Kevin Geiger and Barry Lawson * The Postindustrial Economy - Preston Gilbert and Rebecca A. Brown * Demographics - Will Sawyer and Barry Lawson * TRANSPORTATION AND ENERGY * Introduction * Water Travel - Sharon A. Penney * Roads - Sharon A. Penney and Barry Lawson * Railroads - Nat Tripp and Sharon A. Penney * Aviation - Roger Damon, Jr. * Energy - John Marshall and Barbara Ripley * CULTURE, EDUCATION, AND RECREATION * Introduction * Cultural Institutions - Rebecca A. Brown * Dartmouth College - James Wright * Tourism and Historic Sites - Rebecca A. Brown and Judy Hayward * Recreation - Adair D. Mulligan * Epilogue: Opportunities and Challenges - Sharon F. Francis * Bibliography * Connecticut River Joint Commissioners * Atlas Advisory Group * Illustration and Table Credits * Index
SynopsisRebecca A. Brown has compiled a remarkable compendium of authoritative essays on the Connecticut River, touching on everything from its physical landscape and natural environment, to the human history, and culture that has grown up around it. This indispensable volume is the product of a remarkable partnership and years of collaboration between the Connecticut River Joint Commissions, Dartmouth College, and Northern Cartographic. Dozens of scholars, scientists, and other experts--all recognized as top authorities in their respective fields--were commissioned to prepare contributions related to their areas of expertise. This atlas underscores connectivity. Just as natural communities are integrated systems, so, too, are the communities of their human counterparts. The inherent ties between these natural and human worlds cannot be underestimated. This extraordinary volume succeeds brilliantly in portraying the interconnections -- characterizing and analyzing the relationships between these realms and challenging the reader to ponder what the future holds for them. An astounding feat of scholarship and organization, Where the Great River Rises speaks eloquently to the keen senses of history, place, and environmental awareness in the Upper Connecticut River Valley as it educates and entertains., A lavishly illustrated, comprehensive, interdisciplinary study of the natural and human elements that comprise the Upper Connecticut River watershed
LC Classification NumberG1227.C62A85 2009
