Description
John McPhee masterfully weaves together natural history, American lore, and personal narrative to illuminate the remarkable life of the American shad. This once-abundant fish played a pivotal role in the sustenance and culture of early America, from Native American tribes to founding fathers like George Washington. McPhee's signature blend of meticulous research and engaging storytelling reveals the shad's ecological importance and its enduring, though often overlooked, place in the nation's story. "The Founding Fish" offers a profound look at the intricate connections between the environment and human civilization, celebrating a creature that is as vital to our history as it is to our rivers.
Available Editions
audiobook
Recorded Books, Inc. and Blackstone Publishing
Published Nov 20, 2003
1 pages
ISBN: 9781664440043
Reviews
No ratings yet. Be the first!
No written reviews yet.
Details
First Published
2002
Language
eng
Content Warnings
No content warnings identified.