McPhee, John A.
The Control of Nature
- ISBN 13:
- 9780374522599
- author:
- McPhee, John A.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Farrar, Straus and Giroux
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1990
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 14 x 2 x 21.1 centimetres (0.25
- Genre:
- Science, Nature, Environmental Conservation & Pro,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
The Control of Nature is John McPhee's thought-provoking account of humanity's struggles against nature. In this book, McPhee delves into the stories of those who have attempted to control and manipulate the natural world.
Through his detailed exploration, McPhee sheds light on the complex and often ingenious strategies employed by individuals and groups in their quest to tame nature. The result is a fascinating portrayal of the human condition, where determination, stubbornness, and creativity are pitted against the raw power of the environment.
This book offers a unique insight into the intricate relationships between humans and the natural world, revealing the often-arresting consequences of our attempts to control and dominate nature.
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