Still the Wild River Runs : Congress, the Sierra Club, and the Fight to Save…

“Still the Wild River Runs: Congress, the Sierra Club, and the Fight to Save Grand Canyon” is a textbook authored by Byron E. Pearson, published by University of Arizona Press in 2002. This first printing hardcover book delves into the history, political science, and social science surrounding the fight to save the Grand Canyon, focusing on the role of Congress and the Sierra Club. With 246 pages, this book is a valuable resource for those interested in civil engineering, sociology, public policy, and environmental policy, particularly in the context of the Southwest United States.

Commutative Algebra Heinzer Huneke Sally 1994 AMS Mathematics Research Book

Discover advanced topics in abstract algebra with “Commutative Algebra: Syzygies, Multiplicities, and Birational Algebra.” This essential volume, published by the American Mathematical Society, compiles refereed papers from the prestigious AMS-IMS-SIAM Summer Research Conference on Commutative Algebra held at Mount Holyoke College in 1992. Edited by William J. Heinzer, Craig L. Huneke, and Judith D. Sally, this book offers a deep dive into cutting-edge research and discussions from leading experts in the field. Explore critical areas such as algebraic geometry, representation theory, homological conjectures, Hilbert functions, birational algebra, Rees algebras, and local cohomology.

Southwestern Desert Resources by Cecil R. Schwalbe (2010, Hardcover)

Southwestern Desert Resources by Cecil R. Schwalbe is a comprehensive textbook focusing on the nature and science of the Southwestern desert ecosystem. Published by the University of Arizona Press in 2010, the book covers topics related to environmental science, conservation, and protection, with a specific focus on deserts. With 376 pages and a first printing edition, this hardcover book is a valuable resource for students and educators interested in learning more about the unique ecosystems and habitats found in the desert region.