National Parks and the Woman's Voice: A History (Women's Studies) - Softcover

Kaufman, Polly Welts

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0826318703 ISBN 13: 9780826318701

Publisher: University of New Mexico Press, 1997

Synopsis

This lively study provides a missing chapter in the history of the nation's preservation of historic space and wild and scenic landscapes. Now available in paperback, it draws on extensive research, including hundreds of personal interviews. Kaufman presents the untold story of women's contributions to the national parks, making clear for the first time the role of women who have helped shape our national park system. Also included in this edition is information on women's history sites in the national parks.

About this title

From the Inside Flap:

In this updated study, Polly Kaufman discovers that staff are no longer able to fulfill the National Park Service mission without outside support.

About the Author:

Polly Welts Kaufman is adjunct professor of history at the University of Southern Maine.

About this edition

• Publisher: University of New Mexico Press
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 0826318703
• ISBN 13: 9780826318701
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 328