Keeper of the Wild: The Life of Ernest Oberholtzer 2001 by Joe Paddock |
Item #: BOC1648 Our price: $18.00 |
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Publisher: Minnesota Historical Society Press 2001 First Edition ISBN-10 : 0873514092 ISBN-13 : 978-0873514095 322 pages -- Approx. size: 9.5" by 6.5" Explores the life and legacy of Ernest Oberholtzer, a key figure in the American conservation movement. Oberholtzer was instrumental in preserving the Quetico-Superior region of northern Minnesota and southern Ontario, which includes the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and Voyageurs National Park. Oberholtzer’s work not only focused on environmental preservation but also on the cultural heritage of the native peoples of the northern wilderness. He learned to speak Ojibwe fluently and dedicated himself to studying and preserving their legends and oral traditions Book is as new but previous owner taped four corner of jacket, believe it can be removed without harm. No writings, spotless interior. Please see photos, enlarge and email with any questions. Thanks for looking. |
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