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“Char Miller's lively, insightful account of the life and world of American forester Gifford Pinchot fills a vitally important gap in environmental and conservation history. Anyone captivated by the issues and controversies surrounding the preservation and development of the nation's natural heritage should read this engaging, carefully researched biography.”

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Carolyn Merchant
Carolyn Merchant

Carolyn Merchant is a prominent scholar in the fields of environmental and cultural history. Her research focuses on the relationship between the environment and human culture, particularly the impact of the Industrial Revolution on the environment. Merchant's work delves deeply into environmental issues and introduces the concept of environmental justice. more

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