Major Problems in American Environmental History (Major Problems in American History) [Paperback]

Carolyn Merchant (Author)

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Publication Date: August 4, 2011 | ISBN-10: 0495912425 | ISBN-13: 978-0495912422 | Edition: 3

Designed to encourage critical thinking about history, the MAJOR PROBLEMS IN AMERICAN HISTORY series introduces readers to both primary sources and analytical essays on important topics in U.S. history. MAJOR PROBLEMS IN AMERICAN ENVIRONMENTAL HISTORY presents major themes and controversial issues from native American times to the present, drawn from compelling, readable sources that draw readers into the process of developing their own perspectives on American environmental history. This text presents a carefully selected group of readings organized to allow readers to evaluate primary sources, test the interpretations of distinguished historians, and draw their own conclusions. Each chapter includes introductions, source notes, and suggested readings.

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• Paperback: 573 pages
• Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing; 3 edition (August 4, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0495912425
• ISBN-13: 978-0495912422
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #285,800 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Besides having an inaccurate title, I actually found this book to be an interesting read. I enjoyed the W.P.A. Essays and historical papers and letters used by Ms Merchant. I was disappointed by the lack of science behind the "environmental" problems, specifically, Rachel Carson's 'Silent Spring'. I realise that this book is meant to be a social science book, but it would have been better to have included more of the science that is the cornerstone upon which these problems are based.