Introduction to earth, soil, and land in California /

Following his acclaimed guides to air, fire, and water, David Carle now offers a fascinating exploration of one more primary element of the natural world--the land beneath our feet. From earthworms and earthquakes to Earth Day, this concise, engaging guide is a multifaceted primer on the literal fou...

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Main Author: Carle, David, 1950-
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published:Berkeley : University of California Press, ©2010.
Series:California natural history guides ; 101.
California natural history guides. Introductory guide.
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505 0 |a Cover; Contents; Acknowledgments; Introduction; ECOSYSTEMS BENEATH OUR FEET; THE HUMAN FOOTPRINT ON CALIFORNIA LAND; WILD LAND; THE LIVING SOIL MADE MY LUNCH; WALKING SOFTLY: CALIFORNIA'S FOOTPRINT ON THE EARTH; Online Resources; References; Art Credits; Additional Captions; Index. 
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