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First issued in 1949, "A Sand County Almanac" is celebrated for its vivid natural writing and ethical perspective on America’s relationship to land. Leopold documents the monthly rhythms of the Wisconsin countryside, compiles informal essays drawn from four decades of travels through woodlands across the United States and Canada, and culminates in a thoughtful examination of wildlife conservation philosophy. A foundational text for environmental thought, it continues to influence modern nature writers.
First publish date: 1977
Genre: History/Modern History
Authors: Aldo Leopold
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