Desert Journal: A Naturalist Reflects on Arid California

by Raymond B. Cowles

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Desert Journal: A Naturalist Reflects on Arid California is both a tribute to the life and work of Raymond B. Cowles and a call to reflect on humanity's relationship with nature. Born in 1896 in South Africa, Cowles developed a lifelong fascination with wildlife during his boyhood, which shaped his pioneering work in reptilian thermoregulation--a field he helped establish. His research extended far beyond academia, influencing generations of...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0520324617

ISBN13:9780520324619

Release Date:July 2022

Publisher:University of California Press

Length:286 Pages

Weight:0.81 lbs.

Dimensions:0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"

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