Altermedia, Thrissur,2002, pp119, Rs 110 (PB)

This book attempts to quench the thirst of water scarcity solution seekers. Written in simple layman’s english, the book, is a practical guide for the beginners.

The author Shree Padre, a farmer by profession and a journalist by obsession has zealously documented information on RWH from the world over, since last six years. He has written five books on the subject in Kannada language. Padre has recently launched Jalakoota, the water forum, to spread awareness and motivate individuals and communities to catch rain.

The 119 pages of the book are divided into two parts and 23 chapters. The first section of the book lays the foundation for a better understanding of the subject.

The different RWH techniques and methods are explained through illustrations, which are simple and easy to comprehend.

However, one illustration on page 18, presenting the natural and artificial recharge of rainwater is inadequate. This illustrated, a person pouring water from a bucket into the underground acquifer used to explain the procedure of artificial recharge. This may mislead a beginner.

The second half of the book is devoted to case studies from both India and abroad. This section helps to potray the potentiality of RWH.