Making a Splash How Humans Consume, Control and Care for Water
Making a Splash: How Humans Consume, Control and Care for Water by Colleen Nelson, published by Orca Book Publishers on May 13, 2025, is a 96-page exploration of the critical role water plays in human life. This book examines the historical and contemporary significance of water, highlighting its influence on migration, spiritual beliefs, and energy sources. It addresses the challenges posed by population growth, urban expansion, and climate change, while also discussing innovative solutions for making water equitable and accessible.
Readers will find visually dynamic layouts featuring detailed cartoon illustrations, high-quality photos, and maps that enhance engagement. The book presents the concept of “water warriors” who are dedicated to repairing, protecting, and conserving water resources. It emphasizes a shift in perspective from viewing water merely as a resource for human use to recognizing the importance of caring for water itself. This edition is designed to be fully accessible, making it a valuable addition to any collection focused on science, nature, and environmental stewardship.
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★ “Visually dynamic layouts use detailed cartoon illustrations while also weaving in high quality photos and maps that will keep readers engaged. Thorough and timely…will make excellent additions to any library collection.” — Booklist, starred review
From where we live to what we eat, water plays a vital role in our survival.
Since ancient times, water’s life-giving power has inspired people’s spiritual beliefs. It has influenced how humans migrated around the world. Recently, human ingenuity has taken water from a drinking source to an energy source, though not without consequences. As our population grows, cities expand and climate changes, what is the future of water? Innovations are making water equitable and accessible for all. Water warriors, determined to repair, protect and conserve water, are also shifting the mindset from humans needing water to water needing us. Making a Splash: How Humans Consume, Conserve and Care for Water looks at what has been done in the past and what can be done in the future to ensure the health and prosperity of our blue planet.
The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
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