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Book SynopsisAward-winning author, Thom Hatch presents the definitive biography of George Bird Grinnell (1849-1938), 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 (Forest and Stream, now Field and Stream); 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.
Table of ContentsCONTENTS Introduction Chapter One: The Budding Naturalist Chapter Two: A Tenderfoot in the West Chapter Three: Buffalo Hunting With the Pawnee Chapter Four: Custer and Black Hills Gold Chapter Five: Yellowstone Country Chapter Six: Traveling, Collecting, and Writing Chapter Seven: Crusading Editor Chapter Eight: A Presidential Friendship Chapter Nine: Author and Advocate for Native America Chapter Ten: The Harriman Expedition Chapter Eleven: Grinnell’s Glacier Chapter Twelve: Preserving the Legacy Bibliography
