Explores the Tigris and Euphrates rivers from where they begin in Turkey, travel down through northern Syria and Iraq and join to form the Shatt al Arab before emptying into the Persian Gulf.
An exploration of the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers that discusses their geologic histories and natural resources, and explores how they are used by humans and efforts to protect them.
Contains an introduction to the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, tracing the history and geography of the region known as the Cradle of Civilization, including a timeline of events, a bibliography, and suggestions for further reading.
