First published in 1995. This volume traces the origin and development of America's national park citizen 'watchdog' organisation. Giving an insider's perspective, and reflecting an outsiders quest for objectivity, it will be of interest to every park enthusiast and conversation historian.
Well, I won't be recommending this book for general reading! It's the history of the organization I currently work for - NPCA...and that still didn't make it all that compelling for me. In fact, almost every time I tried to read it on my train commute it would put me to sleep - no joke. There are some interesting insights that help illuminate some of the organization's policies for me - but, overall, I just don't think it's very well written. Sorry!