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Gorgeous color photographs, detailed maps, and clear, authoritative scientific explanations make this atlas both informative and captivating. Sections cover how deserts form; variations in weather, topography, and geography; desert plants and their fascinating adaptations; the many creatures of the desert; historic civilizations in deserts; modern changes and adaptations; resource extraction and its consequences; and environmental effects including desertification. A particularly nice feature is that the geographical location and other details of each photograph are consistently provided. Includes a glossary and bibliography. Published by Fitzroy Dearborn, an imprint of Taylor & Francis. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
