Northeast and Midwest United States - An Environmental History (Hardcover)

An engaging, personalized look at the interplay between people and nature in the northeastern and midwestern United States, from prehistory to the present. The Northeast and Midwest regions of the United States provide a fascinating case study for the emergent field of environmental history. These regions, with their varied resources, were central to the early economic success of the nation. Consequently, the early industries in these regions altered and depleted the landscape as people changed their locations and occupations. Fishing and whaling on the northeastern coast have given way to tourism and sailing. The great stands of timber around the Great Lakes have been replaced by farms and dairies. The textile mills, powered by the falls of the Piedmont and once yielding wealth, now stand empty. That humans shape their environment and, in turn, must respond to the consequences is broadly obvious. Using the voices of historical figures, both notable and obscure, this book brings to life the interaction between humans and their environments and illustrates the consequences of those interactions. Part of ABC-CLIO's unique Nature and Human Societies series, this book enables readers to better understand humanity's effect on the environment. Maps and photographs show environmental regions, population movement, and changes to the environment by humans Separate listing of primary sources for all chapter topics, along with a bibliography and glossary

General

Imprint:	ABC-CLIO Ltd
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Nature and Human Societies
Release date:	April 2005
First published:	April 2005
Authors:	John T Cumbler
Editors:	Mark R. Stoll
Dimensions:	254 x 178 x 24mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	323
ISBN-13:	978-1-57607-909-6
Categories:	Books > Earth & environment > The environment > Social impact of environmental issues > General
LSN:	1-57607-909-0
Barcode:	9781576079096

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