Wilderness

Wilderness: The Discovery Of A Continent Of Wonder is a non-fiction book written by Rutherford Platt. The book takes the reader on a journey through the history of America's wilderness, from the first explorers who set foot on the continent to the modern-day conservation efforts that are working to preserve these natural wonders.The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of American history, from the early explorers and settlers to the birth of the national park system and the modern-day environmental movement. Platt provides a detailed account of the people and events that shaped America's wilderness, including the Lewis and Clark expedition, the creation of Yellowstone National Park, and the fight to protect endangered species.Throughout the book, Platt emphasizes the importance of preserving America's wilderness for future generations. He argues that the wilderness is not just a place for recreation and relaxation, but also a vital part of our natural heritage that provides essential ecosystem services like clean air and water.Wilderness: The Discovery Of A Continent Of Wonder is a beautifully written and engaging book that will appeal to anyone interested in the history of America's wilderness. It is a must-read for anyone who cares about the environment and wants to understand the importance of preserving our natural heritage.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.