Skip to main content
Blueprint of a Disaster

Blueprint of a Disaster

By Pendelton, Arthur

Published by epubli

English 2026 ISBN 9783565262311
eBook

About this book

At the dawn of the 20th century, developers saw an arid basin in Southern California and dreamed of an agricultural paradise. Instead, a single miscalculation turned the mighty Colorado River inland, flooding the desert for two relentless years. This catastrophic engineering failure birthed the Salton Sea, a massive accidental ocean that transformed into a glamorous mid-century resort destination, only to become one of the nation's worst ecological time bombs. Beneath its receding, toxic waters lies a chilling lesson in human hubris and environmental tampering. Arthur Pendelton masterfully uncovers the hidden mechanics of this disaster. He explores how early water rights disputes, corporate negligence, and blind optimism doomed an entire region. Readers will discover the complex interplay between geological realities and aggressive irrigation strategies that led to the basin's toxic collapse. Understanding the Salton Sea is essential for grasping the fragile future of modern water management. Dive into this gripping historical narrative to learn why ignoring the raw power of nature always comes at a devastating cost.

Availability

Blueprint of a Disaster is available as eBook at 8 online bookshops. Bookshops carrying it include Bajalibros Argentina, Bajalibros Latam, Bookshop Uruguay.

Language
English
Share

Frequently asked questions

In what formats is Blueprint of a Disaster available?
Blueprint of a Disaster is available as eBook at 8 online bookshops.
Where can I buy Blueprint of a Disaster?
You can buy Blueprint of a Disaster at Bajalibros Argentina, Bajalibros Latam, Bookshop Uruguay. Compare every option in the list on this page.

Ratings & reviews

No ratings yet. Be the first to review this book.

Sign in to rate and review this book.

Comments

Sign in to join the conversation.

No comments yet.