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 (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 sav...

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Main Author: Hatch, Thom, 1946- (Author)
Format: Books Print Book
Language: English
Published: Nashville, Tennessee : Turner Publishing Company, [2019]
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Summary: "Award-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"--
Physical Description: viii, 275 pages, 17 unnumbered pages : illustrations, portraits ; 23 cm
Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references (pages 261-274) and index.
ISBN: 9781684423330
1684423333
9781684423347
1684423341
Author Notes: Thom Hatch is a freelance writer and historian.

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