American Environmental History - (Columbia Guides to American History and Cultures) by Carolyn Merchant (Paperback)

American Environmental History is a comprehensive and essential reference guide for anyone interested in understanding the complex relationship between humans and nature throughout American history.

This book provides a detailed overview of the various ways in which diverse peoples have shaped, conserved, and transformed the natural world, from precolonial land-use practices to current concerns about global ecological crises.

With entries addressing contentious issues such as preservation of wilderness, expulsion of native peoples from national parks, population growth, and more, this book is an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the ongoing transformation of the American landscape.

The book includes a compendium of significant people, concepts, events, agencies, and legislation, as well as an extensive bibliography of critical films, books, and web sites.

Whether you're a student, scholar, or simply someone interested in learning more about the complex relationship between humans and nature, American Environmental History is a must-have reference guide that will provide you with a deeper understanding of this important topic.