The Ganges (Great Rivers S.) - Hardcover

Pollard, Michael

 
9780237517229: The Ganges (Great Rivers S.)

Synopsis

Each mighty river has its own compelling story. The six books included in this series each examine the creation, geology and natural history of one of the earth's great rivers.

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Synopsis

This text takes us on a journey along the Ganges. It is part of a series which includes some of the longest rivers in the world, and which aims to emphasize the geographical significance of these great waterways in terms of, for example, trade, irrigation, and the development of settlements and industry along their banks. The books relate the rivers as they are today to their geographical contexts, their economic significance, their historical development and their cultural importance. Included is a simplified map showing the location and course of the Ganges, showing key cities, manufacturing towns and ports.

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9780237524333: The Ganges (Great Rivers S.)

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ISBN 10:  0237524333 ISBN 13:  9780237524333
Publisher: Evans Brothers Ltd, 2003
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