James Lawrence Powell, Executive Director of the National Physical Science Consortium at the University of Southern California, is author of Grand Canyon: Solving Earth's Grandest Puzzle, among other books.
A historically important, well-timed, and memorable addition to the growing library of books about water and the West. --Wilson Quarterly A solid primer on the history of use of Colorado River water and the science of climate change. --Science (Aaas) A suspense thriller, a history ... and an informed warning... Deserves to be read now, before we make even more mistakes. --High Country News A must read for Colorado River buffs, as well as anyone who wants a glimpse of what lies ahead for water. --Earth Magazine A must read for Colorado River buffs, as well as anyone who wants a glimpse of what lies ahead for water. --Earth Magazine