Description
1966 edition. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is slightly loose.
This well-preserved copy of “Hydrogeology” by Stanley N. Davis and Roger J. M. De Wiest is a foundational work in the field of groundwater studies. Published in 1966, it was one of the earliest comprehensive textbooks on the subject, covering topics such as the hydrologic cycle, groundwater flow, and aquifer analysis. The authors, both renowned hydrogeologists, drew upon their extensive research and field experience to create a authoritative reference that quickly became a standard in academia and industry.
Beyond its technical merits, this book holds historical significance as a product of the post-war era’s growing environmental consciousness. As industrialization and urbanization accelerated, concerns over water resource management and pollution prompted increased study of groundwater systems. “Hydrogeology” provided a much-needed framework for understanding and protecting this vital resource, shaping policies and practices that continue to resonate today.
For collectors, this copy represents a piece of scientific history, a milestone in a discipline that has become increasingly crucial in our water-stressed world. Its well-preserved condition, despite lacking a dust jacket, allows readers to immerse themselves in the foundational theories and methodologies that laid the groundwork for modern hydrogeological studies.
