Introduction to Fire in California Paperback / softback
by David Carle
Part of the California Natural History Guides series
Paperback / softback
Description
What is fire? How are wildfires ignited? How do California's weather and topography influence fire?
How did the California Indians use fire? In the spirit of his highly acclaimed "Introduction to Air in California" and "Introduction to Water in California", David Carle now turns to another fundamental element of the natural world, giving a fascinating and concise view of this complex topic.
His clearly written, dramatically illustrated book will help Californians, including the millions who live near naturally flammable wildlands, better understand their own place in the state's landscape.
Carle covers the basics of fire ecology; looks at the effects of fire on wildlife, soil, water, and air; discusses firefighting organizations and land management agencies; explains current policies; and, explores many other topics.
This book features: 91 color illustrations and 15 maps; tips on what to do before, during, and after fires; an overview of major wildfires in California's history; and, a discussion of the effect of climate change on fires in natural landscapes. It is a book in "The Californians and Their Environment Sub-Series", dedicated to understanding human influences on the state's ecology and natural resources.
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:236 pages, 91 color photos, 8 color line illustrations, 15 color maps
- Publisher:University of California Press
- Publication Date:04/08/2008
- Category:
- ISBN:9780520255777
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Information
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:236 pages, 91 color photos, 8 color line illustrations, 15 color maps
- Publisher:University of California Press
- Publication Date:04/08/2008
- Category:
- ISBN:9780520255777
