Tree Huggers: Victory, Defeat & Renewal in the Northwest Ancient Forest Campaign

by Kathie Durbin

The ongoing battle over old-growth logging in the Pacific Northwest remains a hot environmental issue. At the heart of the conflict are the individuals who are deeply committed to preserving the last stands of wilderness. Tree Huggers is their story. From grassroots campaigns to congressional lobbying, Tree Huggers offers an insider's view of the Northwest's environmental movement, its changing roles, and the lessons learned thus far.

304 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 1996

Reviews

[Shannon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reading this book takes one back through decades of the fight for old growth forests in the Pacific NW. The issues are often clouded in the here and now. A little perspective helps.

[Trav · Rating 4 out of 5]

A comprehensive history of the NW forest wars

[Valerie Anne]

Got most of the way through this one. Dry, but informative.