It show us despoliation and hubris, folly and vandalism, the product of willful behavior, greed and ignorance, but also inspiring tales. This landscape has to struggle for balance in the contradiction and contrast between natives and newcomers, purity and pollution, sage and casinos, desert and dams, public desire and private property rights. A Doubtful River demonstrates the paradox that this 'harsh' landscape requires gentle treatment. Its engaging stories and direct photographs provide an important lesson and warning for the contemporary West about the reality of scarce water. All images on this site are copyrighted and may only be used with the written permission of Robert Dawson.
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