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Auction #127 begins on 06 Nov 2025

Van Vuuren, (Lani)

IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF GIANTS:

exploring the history of South Africa's large dams

Published: Water Research Commission of South Africa, Gezina, 2012

Edition: First edition

Reserve: $40

Approximately:

Estimate: $50

Bidding opens: 6 Nov 16:30 GMT

Bidding closes: 13 Nov 16:30 GMT

Ships from: South Africa

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333 pages: illustrations, portraits, maps, plans. Pictorial paper covered boards.

Large dams contributed significantly to the expansion of South Africa. The author covers water supplies in a dry land from the start of time, through the early settlement until this century. Water and the supply thereof has become a huge political issue in the Republic and it is thus opportune to consider this important and scientific study of the catchment areas, planning and the past and future of this important commodity.

  • Binding Condition: Excellent
  • Overall Condition: Excellent
  • Size: 25 x 21 cms


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