Description
John McPhee masterfully chronicles the passionate clashes of environmentalist David Brower with those who sought to exploit the natural world. Through vivid narrative nonfiction, the book follows Brower's ideological battles against a mineral engineer, a resort developer, and a dam builder, exploring the profound disagreements over land use and resource extraction. McPhee's signature objective style allows the compelling personalities and complex arguments to unfold, presenting a nuanced look at the forces shaping America's landscapes. This collection of encounters offers a timeless examination of conservation, development, and the enduring human relationship with the wilderness.
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paperback
Books On Tape
Published Jan 1, 1971
220 pages
ISBN: 9785557082099
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First Published
1971
Language
eng
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