Publisher's Synopsis
The Development of Forest Law in America: A Historical Presentation of the Successive Enactments (1917) by Jay P. Kinney is a book that explores the history of forest law in the United States. The author provides a detailed account of the successive enactments that have shaped the development of forest law in the country. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the early history of forest law in America, the emergence of federal forest policy, and the role of state and local governments in managing forest resources. The author discusses the various laws and regulations that have been enacted over the years to protect and manage the country's forests, including the Forest Reserve Act of 1891, the National Forest Management Act of 1976, and the Endangered Species Act of 1973. The book also examines the role of conservation organizations and the public in shaping forest policy, as well as the challenges and controversies that have arisen over the years in the management of forest resources. Overall, The Development of Forest Law in America is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a detailed account of the history of forest law in the United States. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of environmental policy and the management of natural resources in America.By The Legislatures Of The Forty-Eight States Of The American Union And By The Federal Congress, Directed To The Conservation And Administration Of Forest Resources.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
