Rivers of North America 2nd Edition

Rivers of North America, 2nd Edition by Michael Delong, Timothy Jardine, Arthur Benke, and Colbert Cushing is an authoritative, richly illustrated guide that brings the continent’s waterways into clear focus. Designed for students, scientists, natural resource managers, and anyone passionate about river systems, this edition synthesizes contemporary hydrology, river ecology, and watershed management across North America.

From Arctic headwaters to southern floodplains, the text illuminates how climate, geology, and land use shape river form and function. Clear explanations of flow regimes, sediment transport, aquatic habitats, and riparian processes make complex science accessible without sacrificing rigor. Practical case studies and regional examples highlight conservation challenges and restoration strategies relevant to the United States, Canada, and beyond — making it an invaluable resource for fieldwork, classroom teaching, and policy planning.

Readers will appreciate the book’s balanced approach: solid theoretical foundations paired with applied insights for river restoration, water-quality assessment, and biodiversity protection. Extensive figures and maps clarify spatial patterns in watershed connectivity, while comparative analyses help professionals make informed management decisions in diverse settings, from mountain streams to large river networks.

If you work in environmental science, ecology, water resources, or land management, this edition equips you with the knowledge and context to understand and influence river health across North America. Thoughtfully updated and professionally presented, Rivers of North America, 2nd Edition is the essential reference for anyone seeking a deeper, practical understanding of our continent’s rivers. Add it to your collection to support research, teaching, and stewardship of vital freshwater systems.

Note: eBooks do not include supplementary materials such as CDs, access codes, etc.