![]() ![]() He explains its long geological history and the changing roles of fire and land use. Sawyer describes the famous forests and varied landscapes from a geographic perspective. Distilling a vast amount of knowledge, this book is the starting point for anyone who wants to explore the biological and geographical richness of northwestern California. Rugged mountains, numerous lakes, wilderness areas, and wild rivers attract outdoor enthusiasts and geologists came here to refine the theory of plate tectonics. ![]() The forests are part of the most diverse temperate coniferous forest in the world. ![]() Northwestern California is mainly known for its majestic redwood forests and incomparable coastline, but there is much more in its rich biota and scenery. 197-210) and indexes.įront matter - Contents - Preface - Prologue: The Green Prison - The Klamath: Land Of Mountains And Canyons - The North Coast: Land Of Towering Trees - High And Low: Looking For Patterns In Vegetation - Beyond The Ancient Meeting Ground - Regimes Of Fire - Agents Of Change - The Status Of Northwest California Today - Northwest California's Biological Future - Selected Readings - Index Of Plant Names - General Index Sawyerīerkeley, : University of California Press, c2006ĭescription based upon print version of record. Northwest California ] : a natural history / / John O. ![]() (Visualizza in formato marc) (Visualizza in BIBFRAME) Autore: ![]()
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