Wealth of the World's Waste Places and Oceania by Jewett C. Gilson

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Author Gilson, Jewett C. (Jewett Castello), 1844-1926
LoC No. 13005503
Title Wealth of the World's Waste Places and Oceania
Note Reading ease score: 67.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Wealth of the World's Waste Places and Oceania" by Jewett C. Gilson is a geographical treatise written in the early 20th century. The text explores the idea that regions deemed "waste" or "unproductive" by conventional standards actually possess significant hidden wealth, which is crucial to the well-being of human civilization. The author delves into various locations around the globe, highlighting their unique contributions to the economy and ecology, thereby challenging the notion of wastefulness in nature. The opening of the work introduces the concept that what might appear to be unproductive or barren land is, in fact, essential for the balance of life on Earth. Gilson discusses how regions such as deserts and polar areas serve significant ecological functions, contributing resources like fresh water and essential minerals that support other, more fertile lands. He argues that while some areas may not yield direct agricultural benefits, their geological and climatic features play vital roles in the global ecosystem. This profound exploration sets the stage for a detailed examination of specific "waste places" in subsequent chapters, revealing their potential and intricacies that have often been overlooked. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HC: Social sciences: Economic history and conditions, Special topics
Subject Waste lands
Subject Oceania -- Economic conditions
Category Text
EBook-No. 23546
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 3, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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