Environmental History of the Northeast

Environmental History of the Northeast Series

This series delves into the profound environmental history of the Northeast, examining the intricate relationship between humanity and nature. It explores how geological forces, climate shifts, and human activities have shaped the region's landscapes and societies. Through critical perspectives, each volume uncovers compelling narratives of adaptation, exploitation, and ecological change. Readers will gain a rich understanding of the enduring interplay between the natural world and cultural development.

Second Nature: An Environmental History of New England

Richard W. Judd

344 pages
13 hours of reading

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The book delves into the intricate relationship between ecological processes and human activities that have influenced the history of New England over the last 12,000 years. Richard W. Judd examines how geographical boundaries, such as the St. Lawrence Valley, Lake Champlain, and the Gulf of Maine, have contributed to the region's cohesion and its richly documented past. Through this exploration, readers gain insight into the dynamic interplay between nature and culture that has defined New England's identity.

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Second Nature: An Environmental History of New England