{"product_id":"the-no-nonsense-guide-to-water","title":"The No-Nonsense Guide to Water","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBook Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor\u003c\/strong\u003e: Maggie Black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rawat Publications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage\u003c\/strong\u003e: English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdition\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2005\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8170339375\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePages\u003c\/strong\u003e: 144\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCover\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7.0 x 4.3 x 0.6 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSale Territory\u003c\/strong\u003e: India Only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater is the lifeblood of the planet, essential for human survival. Without it, we cannot exist for more than a few days. Despite its fundamental importance, water has become an increasingly politicized resource. In this insightful examination, Maggie Black delves into the many facets of the water crisis, exploring its impact on life, survival, health, and agriculture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this book, Black highlights the growing global pressures on freshwater, from pollution concerns to the challenges of irrigation shortages. She also examines the alarming trend of privatization, where water—once a commons—has become a commodity controlled by private entrepreneurs. This shift raises vital questions about the erosion of basic rights and the future of water access for all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book tackles these issues through a series of well-researched chapters, addressing crucial topics such as water’s role in survival and health, the economics of water, and the looming threats of \"water wars.\" With a clear, no-nonsense approach, Black also investigates potential solutions for a more equitable distribution of water and the importance of protecting water as a shared resource.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA must-read for anyone interested in global development, environmental issues, and public health, \u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e provides an essential overview of one of the most critical challenges of our time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rawat Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50034631639344,"sku":"DRG.RawatPublications_8170339375","price":91.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/8170339375.jpg?v=1756392054","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/bn\/products\/the-no-nonsense-guide-to-water","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}