Award-winning author Thom Hatch presents the definitive biography of George Bird Grinnell , 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 ; 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.
Format
Audio CD
Release
February 18, 2020
ISBN 13
9781665205672
The Father of American Conservation: George Bird Grinnell Adventurer, Activist, and Author
Award-winning author Thom Hatch presents the definitive biography of George Bird Grinnell , 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 ; 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.