| Shapers of the Great Debate on Conservation: A Biographical Dictionary Contributor(s): White, Rachel (Author) |
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ISBN: 0313328269 ISBN-13: 9780313328268 Publisher: Greenwood OUR PRICE: $82.17 Product Type: Hardcover Published: September 2004 Annotation: Through biographical examinations of some of the key figures in the debate on conservation, this book seeks to explore a range of subjects, such as the evolution of the conservation movement, its implications for policy-makers, and how it impacts the daily lives of people everywhere. The varying approaches taken by these individuals will serve to emphasize that there are many definitions of conservation, and that many viewpoints are valid. Detailed observations of important figures on both sides of the debate--including some of the most famous and familiar and some less so-- provide readers with the knowledge they need to form their own opinions on this topic. Major biographies include individuals such as Rachel Carson, Dixy Lee Ray, John Muir, and James Watt. An introductory essay, an appendix of shorter entries on additional figures, and a bibliography are also included. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | United States - General - Biography & Autobiography - History | Americas (north Central South West Indies) |
| Dewey: B |
| LCCN: 2004053046 |
| Series: Shapers of the Great American Debates |
| Physical Information: 1.08" H x 6.28" W x 9.56" (1.47 lbs) 312 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Through biographical examinations of some of the key figures in the debate on conservation, this book seeks to explore a range of subjects, such as the evolution of the conservation movement, its implications for policy-makers, and how it impacts the daily lives of people everywhere. The varying approaches taken by these individuals will serve to emphasize that there are many definitions of conservation, and that many viewpoints are valid. Detailed observations of important figures on both sides of the debate, including some of the most famous and familiar and some less so, provide readers with the knowledge they need to form their own opinions on this topic. Major biographies include individuals such as Rachel Carson, Dixy Lee Ray, John Muir, and James Watt. An introductory essay, an appendix of shorter entries on additional figures, and a bibliography are also included. |
