Dams and Hydropower
While large-scale dam projects can provide many benefits, such as preventing flooding, providing irrigation, and supplying hydropower, they can also cause human and environmental destruction. Millions of people in developing countries have been displaced and have lost their livelihoods as a result of the building of dams and reservoirs. Supported by detailed case studies of real-world dam projects, including the Aswan High Dam in Egypt and the Three Gorges Dam in China, this book examines some of the major issues and impacts associated with dams and hydropower today. Sidebars, fact boxes, and quotes illuminate the problems and benefits of this type of development. A debate activity engages readers in making decisions about a new dam project.
* Reviews *
Series Review: Development or Destruction?"Well-known nonfiction authors Louise and Richard Spilsbury have written a very useful series for middle-level students who are researching debate topics. Each book highlights the development facts for the topic and the destruction factors involved. For students wanting more information on pros and cons, these books are an excellent resource. The books have many graphs, charts, and photos to accompany the text. Pages are organized for maximum retention of information; facts are presented in boxes, bubbles, and other shapes that catch the reader's attention. There are ideas for forming a debate club where students can play different roles, pleading their case to a particular organization."
--Library Media Connection
Series Review: Development or Destruction?
"Debaters and report writers will find plenty of information and perhaps a cause to pursue further at the same time."
--School Library Journal
