Living with Nature's Extremes – The Life of Gilbert Fowler White

Many readers will need no introduction to this combination biography and memoir of Dr. Gilbert Fowler White. Gilbert was an eminent, public-minded geographer, whose scientific contributions in theory and practice mattered to each of us. During his 70+ year career, Gilbert studied nature's extremes, the hazards they posed for humanity, and the political, scientific, and philosophical issues regarding their mitigation and effective societal response. He believed with a passion that any person can make a significant difference in this world. It only takes the determination to live one's life in cultivation of a talent or an idea that is useful, and then to present and advocate that idea to ensure its appreciation or adoption, in order to make a difference. Gilbert White was such a person. This publication is available from ASFPM for $15 per copy, which includes shipping – contact memberhelp@floods.org or call 608-828-3000.