<p>Fresh Water the Essence of Life is a beautifully and sometimes starkly depicted look at the current state of our Earth's freshwater ecosystems. A variety of authors, as well as dozens of the world s most accomplished photographers, tells us a story we may feel uncomfortable hearing: The Earth s freshwater supply and systems are in serious peril. We may carry on as if it was business as usual, but to do so is at our own risk and will lead certainly to the detriment of the generations to follow us. This latest publication in the Cemex Conservation Book Series will alert readers to key issues concerning fresh water: its resources, its uses (and abuses), and its future. With precise, scientific analysis, Fresh Water: The Essence of Life presents a detailed and thoughtful explanation of these issues, and goes on to provide possible resolutions to them. As in The Wealth of Nature, Cemex's most recent publication, Fresh Water makes a statement concerning the Earth's resources and capital: Although the ecosystems have proved resilient throughout millennium, in the last few generations humanity has radically destroyed fresh water ecosystems to the point of alarm. Through the pages of this volume, the reader will be challenged to not only understand the significance of deteriorating fresh waters, but will also be motivated to rally support in political, bio-geographical, and conservation forums.</p>

Fresh Water the Essence of Life

Russell A. Mittermeier

Tracy A. Farrell

Ian J. Harrison

Amy J. Upgren

Thomas M. Brooks

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<p>The northern Rupununi has intrigued explorers, travellers, historians, and scientists for centuries, dating back to Sir Walter Ralegh s search for the mythical El Dorado. But for the past three decades this extraordinary region, with its breathtaking landscape and astonishing wildlife, has been out of the public eye. Rupununi Rediscovering a Lost World inspires WWF and other conservation agencies to continue their work to protect the global environment. It also reminds us that we need to be ever vigilant if we are to overcome the threats that confront humanity so that we can bequeath to our children a lasting legacy.</p>

Rupununi Rediscovering a Lost World

Pete Oxford

Graham Watkins

Renee Bish

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