When the Berlin Wall came down, historians found themselves challenged to reassess the nature of the GDR. This title covers themes, from the role of opposition to the GDR's place in the sweep of German history to the social and economic system
Corey Ross Books
July 14, 1969


The narrative explores how European empires from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries manipulated water resources to exert control and shape colonial hierarchies. It highlights the interplay between emerging technologies and local practices, revealing the struggles of various stakeholders, including officials and farmers, in managing water. The book also examines the lasting impacts of imperialism on contemporary water crises, particularly in the Global South, where issues like water scarcity and environmental degradation continue to challenge millions.