Laurance S. Rockefeller: Catalyst for Conservation

by Robin W. Winks

Book Overview

Despite his status as a scion of one of the wealthiest and most famous families in the United States and an enormously successful businessman in his own right, Laurance S. Rockefeller is unknown to... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1559635479
• ISBN13: 9781559635479
• Release Date: September 1997
• Publisher: Island Press
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Blueprint for conservation

This book provides depth of insight into the heart and soul of man who made decisions based on their impact on future generations. It describes a thoroughly conservative approach to conservation. The author clearly explains that protection of great landscapes, or meaningful places, isn't accomplished simply by legislative action. Anyone with passion and foresight can make a difference. Mr. Rockefeller certainly had financial advantages and influence above that of ordinary citizens. What is extraordinary is that he simply could have acquired trophy properties to keep to himself; but he recognized the power of place and its potential impact on all. We, and all future generations of Americans owe him a great debt of gratitude. His conservation legacy is shared by all of us. Anyone who cherishes nature, or who works or volunteers for conservation organizations, needs to read this book.