This fact-filled resource helps readers understand the issues surrounding wilderness, preservation, and conservation. Here, in a single, unbiased volume, can be found the views and opinions that will shape America's landscape for future generations. Government management of the public domain is detailed, as is federal legislation pertaining to the environment and wilderness areas. Biographical sketches of individuals who have influenced modern attitudes toward preservation and a detailed chronology of the events that have brought us to the present are also provided. In addition, annotated listings of organizations and resources are included to assist readers in further study. Wilderness Preservation delivers solid, useful information that will serve as a foundation for decision-making, research, or simply enhanced understanding of this critical subject. Includes biographical sketches of individuals who have influenced modern attitudes toward preservation Contains a detailed chronology of the events that have brought us the present