The Shores Around Us

by John R. Gillis

The shore is the original home of humankind andhas been host to many of our species most spectacular accomplishments. Unfortunately, people today no longer know how to live with the shore, for current coastal engineering constitutes a threat not only to nature but humanity. It pits land against water and degrades the environment.This book of essays places shores in a long historical perspective, but also points the way to public policies friendly...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1508821518
• ISBN13: 9781508821519
• Release Date: June 2015
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 106 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.0" x 0.3" x 5.0"