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Book SynopsisCovering a large swath of the American West, the Great Basin, centered in Nevada and including parts of California, Utah, and Oregon, is named for the unusual fact that none of its rivers or streams flow into the sea. This title presents environmental and human history of this region.
Trade Review"Well supported by photographs, maps, and tables, along with detailed chapter notes and extensive references." Choice "It is ... an excellent resource for scholars and professionals working in the Great Basin and ... is essential for beginning archaeologists." -- Mark A. Giambastiani Journal Of Anthropological Research "This fascinating illustrated journey through deep time is the definitive environmental and human history of this beautiful and little traveled region, home to Death Valley, the Great Salt Lake, Lake Tahoe, and the Bonneville Salt Flats." Scienceblogs.com/The Guardian
