Excerpt from The First Exposition of Conservation and Its Builders: An Official History of the National Conservation Exposition, Held at Knoxville; Tenn;, In 1913, and of Its Forerunners, the Appalachian Expositions of 1910-11
If we put one in a position to amass a fortune at the expense of health and morals, we become the authors of injuries instead of benefits, which will effect not only the person we endeavor to favor, but his descendants as well. On the other hand, if we put one in a position where he will succeed in promoting health and morals, although earning but a bare subsistence, we confer benefits upon him. Upon the community in which he lives and upon all who are to come after him.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the crucial movement for conservation of natural resources in the United States, tracing its evolution from its earliest origins to its culmination in the 1913 National Conservation Exposition held in Knoxville, Tennessee. The author skillfully weaves together historical context, contemporary commentary, and the voices of leading figures from the time, offering a unique window into the anxieties and aspirations surrounding resource management in a rapidly industrializing nation. The book emphasizes the need for a shift in perspective, advocating for a forward-looking approach that considers not just the present generation's needs but also the rights of future generations to a healthy and prosperous environment. The text highlights the dangers of unchecked resource depletion, vividly illustrating the consequences of deforestation, soil erosion, and the overexploitation of mineral wealth. It advocates for a moral imperative to preserve natural resources for the benefit of all, emphasizing the interconnectedness of environmental health, human well-being, and economic prosperity. The book's enduring value lies in its exploration of the nascent conservation movement, capturing a pivotal moment in American history where a profound shift in environmental consciousness began to take root. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331476542_0
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