Father of American Conservation: George Bird Grinnell Adventurer, Activist, and Author - Thom Hatch

18/02/2020 9h 23min
Father of American Conservation: George Bird Grinnell Adventurer, Activist, and Author - Thom Hatch

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Listen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/free Title: Father of American Conservation: George Bird Grinnell Adventurer, Activist, and AuthorAuthor: Thom HatchNarrator: Joe BarrettFormat: UnabridgedLength: 9:23:29Language: EnglishRelease date: 02-18-2020Publisher: Tantor MediaGenres: Biography & Memoir, Science & Technology, Animals & Nature, History & CultureSummary: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.
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.

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