Deserts

Deserts by Gayle Pickwell is a comprehensive guide to the world's most fascinating and diverse deserts. The book explores the unique features, wildlife, and cultures of these harsh and beautiful landscapes, from the Sahara to the Mojave, the Gobi to the Atacama. With stunning photography and informative text, readers will learn about the geological forces that shape deserts, the adaptations that enable plants and animals to survive in these extreme environments, and the ways in which humans have interacted with and been shaped by deserts throughout history. From the ancient trade routes of the Silk Road to the modern challenges of climate change and desertification, Deserts is a captivating and illuminating exploration of one of the planet's most awe-inspiring natural wonders.This is a new release of the original 1939 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.