ISBN: 9780762747900

By Greg Breining. Author Greg Breining. This is the story of how a nation reversed a "silent spring" and saved the bald eagle from extinction. This stunning book of full-color photographs… More...

By Greg Breining. Author Greg Breining. This is the story of how a nation reversed a "silent spring" and saved the bald eagle from extinction. This stunning book of full-color photographs and touching stories chronicles this inspiring success story with awe-inspiring shots of eagles in flight. The Nile on eBay   Return of the Eagle: How America Saved Its National Symbol by Greg Breining This is the story of how a nation reversed a &quot;silent spring&quot; and saved the bald eagle from extinction. This bird of prey was declared the national symbol in 1782 but, by the 1960s, pollution and development had wiped out all but a few dozen. Grassroots movements started, the American consciousness was raised to all environmental threats, and federal laws were passed to keep the eagle population alive. This stunning book of full-color photographs and touching stories chronicles this inspiring success story with awe-inspiring shots of eagles in flight. There is also a one-of-a-kind directory to more than 150 areas in the nation where eagles are likely to be seen in the wild, soaring once again against the blue skies of freedom. This book is a monument to the efforts that combined animal instinct for survival with the power of the human spirit to change the world. FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description How America Saved its National Symbol. Back Cover Spectacular color photos capture the majesty of bald eagles in this inspiring story of how the United States saved its living symbol of independence. Author Biography Greg Breining writes about the environment, adventure, and worldwide travel for "The New York Times, National Geographic Traveler, Sports Illustrated, Audubon, "and other publications. His books include "Minnesota Yesterday & Today," "Wild Shore," and Return of the Eagle," among others. Breining lives in St. Paul, Minnesota. Long Description This is the story of how a nation reversed a "silent spring" and saved the bald eagle from extinction. This bird of prey was declared the national symbol in 1782 but, by the 1960s, pollution and development had wiped out all but a few dozen. Grassroots movements started, the American consciousness was raised to all environmental threats, and federal laws were passed to keep the eagle population alive. This stunning book of full-color photographs and touching stories chronicles this inspiring success story with awe-inspiring shots of eagles in flight. There is also a one-of-a-kind directory to more than 150 areas in the nation where eagles are likely to be seen in the wild, soaring once again against the blue skies of freedom. This book is a monument to the efforts that combined animal instinct for survival with the power of the human spirit to change the world. Excerpt from Book Incomparable for their grace, strength and beauty, eagles have been admired throughout the ages. Babylonians, Egyptians, Persians, Greeks, and Romans adopted the eagle as a symbol of earthly power and divine right. Native Americans revered our own native bald eagle for its power and keen eyesight. They coveted its feathers for headdresses and other ceremonial objects. And, of course, in 1782 the bald eagle was chosen as our national symbol. The bald eagle's power and beauty impress us today, inspiring the legions of citizens who have helped to rescue this magnificent bird from the dark days of the 1960s, when the eagle's numbers in the lower forty-eight states had dwindled to fewer than 1,000 nesting birds and the bald eagle was declared an endangered species. Details ISBN0762747900 Author Greg Breining Short Title RETURN OF THE EAGLE Pages 126 Publisher Lyons Press Language English Photographer Frank Oberle ISBN-10 0762747900 ISBN-13 9780762747900 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 598.916 Illustrations Yes Year 2008 Publication Date 2008-03-31 Imprint The Lyons Press Place of Publication Guilford Country of Publication United States Series Lyons Press Residence St. Paul, MN, US Subtitle How America Saved Its National Symbol DOI 10.1604/9780762747900 Audience General/Trade UK Release Date 2008-03-26 AU Release Date 2008-03-26 NZ Release Date 2008-03-26 US Release Date 2008-03-26 We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:137142786; , Festpreisangebot, [LT: FixedPrice], ISBN-13: 9780762747900, EAN: 9780762747900, Publication Year: 2008, Format: Paperback, Language: English, Book Title: Return of the Eagle: How America Saved Its National Symbol, Item Height: 254mm, Topic: Nature, Wildlife, Item Width: 254mm, Item Weight: 39g, Number of Pages: 128 Pages, Rowman & Littlefield<

ISBN: 9780762747900

This is the story of how a nation reversed a ""silent spring"" and saved the bald eagle from extinction. This bird of prey was declared the national symbol in 1782 but, by the 1960s, poll… More...

This is the story of how a nation reversed a ""silent spring"" and saved the bald eagle from extinction. This bird of prey was declared the national symbol in 1782 but, by the 1960s, pollution and development had wiped out all but a few dozen. Grassroots movements started, the American consciousness was raised to all environmental threats, and federal laws were passed to keep the eagle population alive. This stunning book of full-color photographs and touching stories chronicles this inspiring success story with awe-inspiring shots of eagles in flight. There is also a one-of-a-kind directory to more than 150 areas in the nation where eagles are likely to be seen in the wild, soaring once again against the blue skies of freedom. This book is a monument to the efforts that combined animal instinct for survival with the power of the human spirit to change the world. | Return Of The Eagle by Greg Breining Paperback | Indigo Chapters Books > Science & Nature > Nature P10115, Greg Breining<