A journey that connects us to people and places, that takes us back in time, into the future, and around the world is the hallmark of a memorable career. It holds the gems we treasure and the stories we pass on to the next generation. It fuels the passion for what we do and how we do it. In "Earthy, With a Hint of Cucumber," environmental scientist Gary A. Burlingame shares his memorable journey into the sensory world of water. An excellent introduction to the love of water for virtually any age group. Steve Via - American Water Works Association A fascinating expedition into the chemistry, ecology, tastes, odors, sights, and sounds of water. Andrea Dietrich, PhD - Virginia Tech Reads like a detective thriller, describing in understandable language the science involved in determining the causes of tastes and odors in drinking water. Jennifer L. Clancy, PhD, MS Law - Corona Environmental Consulting, LLC A must-read book for engineers contemplating or perusing water-related engineering. Michael Ryan, PhD - Drexel University