Environmental Movement, The
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.36 (774 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0688156266 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 144 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-11-13 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
He traces the movement's evolution from its grassroots beginning in seventeenth-century New England town meetings to its present-day focus on global issues. Environmentalism is one of the most powerful social revolutions of the twentieth century. Finally, he looks forward to a new century, discussing some of the challenges that must be faced and overcome in the years ahead. It has affected our legal and educational systems, the economy, politics--and our day-to-day lives. And it will continue to promote change in the new millennium. He describes the key events and concerns that have shaped it and tells how wri
Concise, informative initiation to the movement. David Platt A great start for kids 10 and up. This easy-to-read book lays out the foundation of the environmental movement, traces its history and finishes with good recommendations for how we as individuals can have a positive impact.My only wish is for the author to update the book as we enter the second decade of the 21st century.I highly recommend this book to middle school and high school students and teachers.
Black-and-white photographs offer examples of both preservation and destruction. The author deftly incorporates a wide range of topics from the establishment of national parks to the threat of global warming. . Although he includes information about people who have played important roles in preserving the environment, his focus is not biographical. Overall, a realistic overview of accomplishments and setbacks as well as future challenges to preserve the environment.Kathy Piehl, Minnesota State University, Mankato Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. From School Library Journal Grade 5-9-Pringle traces the relationship of humans and the environment in America from the arr