naturalists

Examines the life and work of Henry David Thoreau, contending that he was not, as many people think, a loner, and discussing his work ethic, business sense, relationships, hobbies, and more.

Chronicles the experiences John Muir had in 1867 when he walked from Indiana, across the southeastern United States to the Gulf coast.

"Profiles conservationist, Rachel Carson, and her work to uncover the dangers of pesticides; covers Carson's inspiration, her methods, findings, and the impact of her work on the environment movement"--Provided by publisher.

Cumberland Island, off the coast of Georgia, is the country's largest and most biologically diverse island. It's celebrated for its windswept dunes, feral horses, and the sea turtles, who come to the island to lay their eggs. Carol Ruckdeschel is a fierce defender of the island. In recent years, the Carnegie heirs and the National Park Service have clashed with Carol over the island's future.

Chronicles the life and career of Charles Darwin, describing his childhood in early-nineteenth-century England, his beginnings in science, his voyage of discovery on the "Beagle," the publication of "On the Origin of Species," and the flawed "The Descent of Man," which was used to support the eugenics movement and Social Darwinism.

"The Adventures of Henry Thoreau-chronicling the ten years in his life beginning with Harvard in 1837 and ending as he walked away from Walden Pond after living in his long dreamed-of cabin for only two years--tells the dramatic (and at times heartbreaking) story of how a troubled young man found a meaningful life in a tempestuous era"--Provided by publisher.

A biography of the naturalist who founded the Sierra Club and was influential in establishing the national park system.

This picture book recounts an actual event in the life of naturalist John Muir, in which he narrowly escapes drowning while exploring a waterfall at Yosemite Falls in 1871. Includes additional information about Muir's life in the back matter and a list of further resources.

A biography of French naturalist Jean-Henri Fabre and his interest in insects.

A biography of ornithologist, naturalist, and painter John James Audubon.