Ecology of Desert Rivers. 2006. illustr. 368 p. gr8vo. Hardcover.

Contents (main headings only): Natural Disturbance in Desert RiverSystems/ Human Disturbance in Desert River Systems. This book provides acomprehensive account of the variable ecology of these areas and how they determine the behaviour and composition of the organisms thatsurvive in this 'boom and bust' environment. It also covers how humaninterventions such as the creation of dams affect desert rivers and the animals and plants that depend on them for survival. This book providesan up-to-date synthesis of all aspects of desert river ecology and willappeal to researchers and students in ecology, hydrology and geomorphology as well as conservation managers and policy-makers.