This book tracks the growth of environmental awareness and conservation in the United States through the major trends of the 20th century, and establishes a philosophical ground for protection of the environment. It records a major cultural shift in the thinking of this nation, and provides guidelines for its continuation.

Introduction to the issues and conflicts surrounding the protection of the environment Offers an overview of one nation's evolution from exploitation to true environmental consciousness A handy reference for the significant cases? Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Inhalt

Author's Preface.- Introduction.- Chapter 1: Environmental Background.- Chapter 2: Business Hears the Call.- Chapter 3: Coming to Value Nature.