The Fight for Freshwater, 9781991033840
Paperback
An ecologist’s fight for clean water, facing powerful opposition.

The Fight for Freshwater

a memoir

$31.99

  • Paperback

    264 pages

  • Release Date

    1 July 2024

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Summary

River of Resistance: A Freshwater Champion’s Fight for Aotearoa

Mike Joy, a leading freshwater ecologist in New Zealand, is renowned for his passionate advocacy for waterway preservation. This is the story of the winding and unique path that led him to become an influential voice for the rivers he strives to protect. It’s a narrative of personal discovery, challenge, and resilience, extending far beyond academic achievements and public recognition.

Before his academic pursui…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781991033840
ISBN-10:1991033842
Author:Mike Joy
Publisher:Bridget Williams Books
Imprint:Bridget Williams Books
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:264
Release Date:1 July 2024
Weight:360g
Dimensions:230mm x 160mm
About The Author

Mike Joy

Dr. Mike Joy is the Morgan Foundation Senior Research Fellow in Freshwater Ecology at the School of Geography, Environment and Earth Sciences at Te Herenga Waka/Victoria University of Wellington. He has received several prestigious awards, including the Ecology in Action award, the Old Blue award, the Charles Fleming Award for Environmental Achievement, the inaugural Morgan Foundation River Voice Award, the inaugural New Zealand Universities Critic and Conscience award, and the Callaghan Medal for his research and public communication on freshwater ecosystems.

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