Ian D. Rotherham
The Lost Fens
- ISBN 13:
- 9780752486994
- author:
- Ian D. Rotherham
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- The History Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 17.27 x 1.27 x 24.89 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Great Britain,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Lost Fens: A History of Ecological Disaster in England's Greatest Wetlands. Between 6,000 and 10,000 square kilometres of wetland were lost in just over a century, leaving behind a dramatic example of ecological destruction. This is the story of how the fenlands of Lincolnshire, Cambridgeshire, and Yorkshire were transformed from thriving ecosystems to barren landscapes. The loss of these wetlands had far-reaching consequences for the wildlife that inhabited them, including vast flocks of birds, frozen wetlands, and unique species such as the Black Tern. This book explores the history of a lost ecology, revealing the impact of human activity on the environment and the people who lived there. A remarkable tale of ecological disaster, The Lost Fens is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in environmental history and the natural world.
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