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Of Time and Place

Sigurd F. Olson

Of Time and Place is a legacy from one of the best-loved nature writers of our time. In this, his last book completed just before his death, Sigurd F. Olson guides readers through his wide-ranging memories of a lifetime dedicated to the preservation of the wilderness.

Book Details

  • Publisher: University of Minnesota Press
  • Publish Date: Sep 1st, 1998
  • Pages: 188
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 8.27in - 5.54in - 0.58in - 0.52lb
  • EAN: 9780816629954
  • Categories: EssaysGeneral

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About the Author

Sigurd F. Olson (1899-1982) was one of the greatest environmentalists of the twentieth century. An award-winning conservation activist and best-selling author, Olson introduced a generation of Americans to the importance of wilderness. He served as president of the Wilderness Society and the National Parks Association and was honored by the Sierra Club and National Wildlife Federation for his work. Olson's nine books frequently appeared on best-seller lists across the nation.

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