Publisher's Synopsis
The Fight for Conservation is a book written by Gifford Pinchot, an American forester and politician who served as the first Chief of the United States Forest Service. The book is a collection of essays and speeches that Pinchot gave throughout his career, advocating for the conservation and sustainable use of natural resources in the United States.The book begins with an introduction by Pinchot himself, in which he outlines his philosophy of conservation and the importance of preserving America's natural resources for future generations. He then proceeds to discuss a wide range of topics related to conservation, including the management of forests, the protection of wildlife, the conservation of water resources, and the role of government in promoting sustainable development.Throughout the book, Pinchot emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to conservation, one that takes into account both the economic and environmental benefits of natural resource use. He argues that conservation is not just about preserving nature for its own sake, but also about ensuring the long-term prosperity of the American people.Overall, The Fight for Conservation is a seminal work in the history of American conservation, and remains relevant today as the world grapples with the challenges of climate change and sustainable development.The most valuable citizen of this or any other country is the man who owns the land from which he makes his living. No other man has such a stake in the country. No other man lends such steadiness and stability to our national life. Therefore no other question concerns us more intimately than the question of homes. Permanent homes for ourselves, our children, and our Nation--this is a central problem. The policy of national irrigation is of value to the United States in very many ways, but the greatest of all is this, that national irrigation multiplies the men who own the land from which they make their living.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.
