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The Father of American Conservation

by Thom Hatch
Joe Barrett
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Award-winning author Thom Hatch presents the definitive biography of George Bird Grinnell (1849-1938), who was recognized in his time as "The Father of American Conservation." This book chronicles not only Grinnell's life, but also offers a history of his accomplishments in saving the wildlife and natural resources of this country. A remarkable man, Grinnell was known as a model of intellectual diversity, integrity, and professional dedication. He was a daring adventurer and explorer; crusading magazine publisher and editor (Forest and Stream, now Field and Stream); prolific author; accomplished outdoorsman; notable paleontologist, ethnologist, ornithologist, and anthropologist; presidential advisor; advocate for Native Americans; and this country's first environmental activist, whose contributions in that arena are unparalleled in American history.
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Publisher: Tantor Media, Inc. Edition: Unabridged

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  • ISBN: 9781515938866
  • File size: 269908 KB
  • Release date: February 18, 2020
  • Duration: 09:22:18

MP3 audiobook

  • ISBN: 9781515938866
  • File size: 269946 KB
  • Release date: February 18, 2020
  • Duration: 09:29:17
  • Number of parts: 12

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Biography & Autobiography Science Nonfiction

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English

Award-winning author Thom Hatch presents the definitive biography of George Bird Grinnell (1849-1938), who was recognized in his time as "The Father of American Conservation." This book chronicles not only Grinnell's life, but also offers a history of his accomplishments in saving the wildlife and natural resources of this country. A remarkable man, Grinnell was known as a model of intellectual diversity, integrity, and professional dedication. He was a daring adventurer and explorer; crusading magazine publisher and editor (Forest and Stream, now Field and Stream); prolific author; accomplished outdoorsman; notable paleontologist, ethnologist, ornithologist, and anthropologist; presidential advisor; advocate for Native Americans; and this country's first environmental activist, whose contributions in that arena are unparalleled in American history.
Expand title description text
Biography & Autobiography Science Nonfiction
  • Details

    Publisher:
    Tantor Media, Inc.
    Edition:
    Unabridged

    OverDrive Listen audiobook
    ISBN: 9781515938866
    File size: 269908 KB
    Release date: February 18, 2020
    Duration: 09:22:18

    MP3 audiobook
    ISBN: 9781515938866
    File size: 269946 KB
    Release date: February 18, 2020
    Duration: 09:29:17
    Number of parts: 12

  • Creators
  • Formats
    OverDrive Listen audiobook
    MP3 audiobook
  • Languages
    English