The Great Thirst by William Duggan
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The Great Thirst by William Duggan
It is a historical and analytical study of Californias long-running struggle over water supply, allocation and infrastructure. The book traces how water scarcity shaped the states political power, economic development and environmental policy from the 19th century onward. William Duggan examines the engineering projects, political negotiations and competing regional interests that drove the creation of massive water systems such as aqueducts and reservoirs. He also explores the tensions between agricultural demands, urban growth and environmental conservation, showing how water became one of Californias most contested and valuable resources. The work blends history, policy analysis and narrative storytelling to explain how control of water has influenced the states development and ongoing debates over resource management. Good condition. Softcover, 18cm x 11cm, 444 pages.