Cadillac Desert: The American West and Its Disappearing Water, Revised Edition

Cadillac Desert is a groundbreaking book that exposes the truth behind the West's water crisis.

With a new postscript by Lawrie Mott, this edition provides updates on Western water issues over the last two decades, including the long-term impact of climate change and how the region can prepare for the future.

The author, Marc Reisner, delves into the ruthless tactics employed by Los Angeles politicians and business interests to ensure the city's growth, and documents the bitter rivalry between two government giants in the competition to transform the West.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complex history of water management in the American West and how it affects us today.