Download or read book Sixties Sandstorm written by Brian C. Kalt and published by MSU Press. This book was released on 2023-11-01 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1961, Senator Philip Hart of Michigan introduced legislation to add Michigan's Sleeping Bear Dunes and 77,000 surrounding acres to America's National Park system. The 1,600 people who lived in the proposed park area feared not only that the federal government would confiscate their homes, but that a wave of tourists would ensue and destroy their beloved and fragile lands. In response, they organized citizen action groups and fought a nine-year battle against the legislation. Sixties Sandstorm is not a book about dunes as much as it is a book about people and their government. It chronicles the public meetings, bills, protests, and congressional interactions that led to the signing of the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes Act in 1970. The Dunes park fight is a case study of the politics, the legislative process, citizen response to the expanded role of government in the 1960s, and the rise of the environmental movement in America during that decade. Since Hart's legislation was made law, millions of Americans have traveled to the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes National Lakeshore. Few imagine what the area would look like today if not for the efforts of people like Senator Hart. On the other hand, few appreciate the sacrifice of the landowners who-not always willingly-gave up their property in this place where, as one resident put it, "stars are closer to the earth than anywhere else in the world."
Download or read book The Lure of the North Woods written by Aaron Shapiro and published by U of Minnesota Press. This book was released on 2013-03-30 with total page 515 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the late nineteenth century, the North Woods offered people little in the way of a pleasant escape. Rather, it was a hub of production supplying industrial America with vast quantities of lumber and mineral ore. This book tells the story of how northern Minnesota, northern Wisconsin, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula became a tourist paradise, turning a scarred countryside into the playground we know today. Stripped of much of its timber and ore by the early 1900s, the North Woods experienced deindustrialization earlier than the Rust Belt cities that consumed its resources. In The Lure of the North Woods, Aaron Shapiro describes how residents and visitors reshaped the region from a landscape of exploitation to a vacationland. The rejuvenating North Woods profited in new ways by drawing on emerging connections between the urban and the rural, including improved transportation, promotion, recreational land use, and conservation initiatives. Shapiro demonstrates how this transformation helps explain the interwar origins of modern American environmentalism, when both the consumption of nature for pleasure and the work of the Civilian Conservation Corps in the North Woods and elsewhere led many Americans to cultivate a fresh perspective on the outdoors. At a time when travel and recreation are considered major economic forces, The Lure of the North Woods reveals how leisure—and tourism in particular—has shaped modern America.
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Download or read book Kansas in the Sixties written by Samuel Johnson Crawford and published by . This book was released on 1911 with total page 474 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An autobiography: the author was captain in the 2nd Kansas Infantry, 1861 ; 2nd Kansas Cavalry, 1862-63 ; Colonel of the 83rd U.S. Colored Infantry, 1863-64 ; Governor of Kansas, 1865-68 ; and Colonel of the 19th Kansas Cavalry, 1868-69.
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Download or read book London in the Sixties with a few digressions written by Donald Shaw and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-10-19 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: London in the Sixties (with a few digressions)' offers readers an invigorating journey through the vibrant literary and cultural landscape of 1960s London, encapsulating a period known for its revolutionary changes in arts, politics, and society. This collection boasts a remarkable diversity in literary styles, ranging from the reflective to the radical, capturing the essence of a decade that redefined norms and expectations. The anthologys varied offerings, from essays on the burgeoning music scene to reflections on shifts in literary publishing, highlight the period's dynamism and its lasting impact on contemporary culture. The standout pieces, though unnamed, are a testament to the high-caliber thought and creativity of the era, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the zeitgeist. The esteemed editors, Donald Shaw and Ernest Widmington, have curated a collection that exemplifies the richness and complexity of this transformative decade. Their backgrounds, entrenched in the literary and cultural studies of the period, offer a nuanced approach to the anthology. Together, they bring forth a collective expertise that not only aligns with but also critically examines the historical, cultural, and literary movements of 1960s London. Their editorial choices reflect a deep engagement with the era's eclectic spirit, drawing from a wide array of voices that together add depth and breadth to the understanding of the decade. 'London in the Sixties (with a few digressions)' is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the multifaceted nature of one of the most pivotal periods in modern history. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with a variety of perspectives, themes, and styles, all within the confines of a single, meticulously crafted volume. This collection is not just an educational resource but a gateway to the reimagining of an era that continues to influence contemporary culture. Readers are encouraged to delve into this anthology for a comprehensive experience of the 1960s London scene, fostering a deep appreciation for the dialogue between the diverse authors works and the era they encapsulate.
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Download or read book Beyond the Sand Storm written by Malka Al Saadi and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2016-09-02 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beyond the Sand Storm is a story of human destiny, defiance, and history. It is part biography, a narration of an Iraqi doctor who flees her country in the wake of the 2003 war. It is also a unique historical and social perspective on Iraq and its culture. The novel traces the life of Dr. Malka Al Saadi, a gifted physician, humanitarian, scientist, mother, and war victim who rises from humble beginnings to head one of the most prestigious medical departments in Iraq. Through the eyes of this amazing and courageous woman, a detailed and moving description unfolds, recounting daily life experiences, characters, and challenges faced over three historical eras. Her distinctive perspectives intersect and present the reader with a truly remarkable picture of what it was like to live in Iraq during the last half century. The account also offers insight into the cultural, social, and political arenas in Iraq from the 1930s onward. The book describes, in thought-provoking and challenging ways, the obstacles, pain, fear, and hope that accompany this evolution. The saga of Professor Al Saadi begins with her childhood in Iraq, and continues over the course of her advanced medical studies in the United Kingdom, a triumphant return to Iraq, and later the experiences in the 1980, 1991, and 2003 wars. Through a firsthand account, the book takes the reader on a trip through the medical and wider social developments in Iraq, and the challenges and losses of three wars. It is a detailed, emotional, and sometimes daring account, but above all, it is a story of human resilience, humility, humanity, and perseverance summarizing over seventy years of personal and geopolitical events that shaped not only the authors life but todays Middle East. The book concludes with a warm portrait of life in the city of Philadelphia, in the United States, where the author currently resides happily with her family. She shares the positive impact this city has had on her and her familys life. In an East-meets-West biography, the book uses simple language written from the heart to describe an astonishing forty-five-year-career.
Download or read book Vintage Views of Leelanau County written by M. Christine Byron and published by Huron River Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vintage postcards, messages from yesterday, and photographs capture the splendor of one of Michigan's most beautiful counties.
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Download or read book The Sandstorm written by David Kimche and published by . This book was released on 1968 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A summary of the Six Days' War and of events leading up to it and immediately following it. Emphasis is on the politics and negotiations behind the war, not on battle tactics.
Download or read book The Writer s Handbook 2003 written by Elfrieda Abbe and published by Writer. This book was released on 2002 with total page 1060 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fifty articles with advice from America's most successful writers.
