George Bird Grinnell Owen W. Whitney (Books)

George Bird Grinnell Owen W. Whitney Books

George Bird Grinnell was an American anthropologist, historian, naturalist, and writer, renowned for his early conservationist efforts and his dedicated study of Native American life. His work profoundly influenced public opinion and legislation aimed at preserving the American bison. Initially focused on zoology, Grinnell expanded his expertise to encompass detailed examinations of Indigenous cultures, contributing significantly to their understanding and preservation. His lifelong dedication left an indelible mark on American natural history and conservation.

Musk-Ox, Bison, Sheep and Goat

284 pages
10 hours of reading

The Shelf2Life Nature Studies Collection is a grouping of pre-1923 monographs focusing on the natural world and environment. Ranging from landscape surveys and field guides of flora and fauna to scientific studies of botany, biology and the environment, the collection provides a unique glimpse into the 19th and 20th century history of the study of our natural world. Given the rapid nature of environmental change and our scientific understanding of it, these volumes are an opportunity to learn about the landscapes of the past as well as the evolution of scientific discovery. Filled with photographs, illustrations and maps, the Nature Studies Collection offers naturalists, hobbyists, historians, gardeners, birders and anyone interested in our natural environment a fresh glimpse into our understanding of the world around us, as well as our place within it.