The Natural Heritage of Indiana

by Marion T. Jackson (Editor)

The Natural Heritage of Indiana is the first survey of the natural beauty, heritage, and environmental problems of the state. Lavishly illustrated with hundreds of color photographs by some of the state's best nature photographers, as well as maps, drawings, and diagrams, it also contains essays by 38 of Indiana's leading scholar-teachers and environmental practitioners. This book explores the Indiana landscape, past and present, the seven defined natural regions of the state, and the current plant and animal life, while pondering how the land has been affected by people and how to protect what remains. The Natural Heritage of Indiana is not only a celebration of natural wonders and nature's beauty, it is also a record of misuse and ignorance and a call to arms for those interested in preserving Indiana's environment.

Genres: Nonfiction, Nature

512 pages, Hardcover

First published November 1, 1997

Reviews

[Kyle Jane · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great overview of the natural history of Indiana, focusing primarily on the ecological and geological past and recent past. The latter portion of the book skims over recent anthropological history and effects, but these are best left to more in depth analyses elsewhere. This is a good read and a fantastic resource for those who are interested in ecology and environmental science of the Hoosier State. I really enjoyed it.

[Anthony Lara · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this cover to cover in 34 days. It was an arduous task, but an enjoyable one at that. My appreciation for Indiana history and natural history has been enriched by this tome.