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In this ambitious and provocative text, environmental historian Ted Steinberg offers a sweeping history of our nation--a history that, for the first time, places the environment at the very center of our story. Written with exceptional clarity, Down to Earth re-envisions the story of America 'from the ground up.' It reveals how focusing on plants, animals, climate, and oth..more
Published October 17th 2002 by Oxford University Press, USA (first published May 9th 2002)
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I read this book for my History of the Environment course, and I truly enjoyed it. It is accessible and easy to read, it is well-researched and, most importantly, it's interesting! This book was eye-opening and definitely worth the read!
Oct 04, 2014Ann Kauth rated it it was amazing
I cannot recommend this book enough. I have never considered the role of nature in the history of the US before, probably because it was never part of any history course. This is a must-read. It will change the way you think about our history, about the way that 'privatization' and economic interest has impacted nearly every aspect of the way we live, the ideas about the conservation movement, etc., etc. It takes a while to get through the book but be patient and keep reading. IMHO, every high s..more
Jan 31, 2013Avolyn Fisher rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
This book has changed the way that I see the environment for the rest of my life. I realize such a claim is bold and dramatic but it is entirely true. I read this book for a college course that I took this semester and I did not expect to enjoy it since it was required reading. I am a Finance and Marketing major, I don't come from a history, science, or environment background. Nevertheless I enjoyed this book from its very beginning to its end. Even the parts of history that I thought I understo..more
May 21, 2015Kelly rated it liked it · review of another edition
I'd like to start out by saying that this isn't usually the type of book I read. This book was required for my American Environmental History class. With that said, I truly enjoyed this book. It took all of the information it wanted to convey and turned it into stories that were easy to read and humorous at times. I am not ashamed to say that this was the only textbook I read all semester. Steinberg really draws focus to environmental problems in the U.S., not only in the past, but problem that..more
Jul 12, 2018Andrew Pemberton rated it really liked it
Ted Steinberg, Down to Earth: Nature’s Role in American History (New York: Oxford University Press, 2002).
With more and more environmental historians emerging, it was high-time for a comprehensive history of the United States that explores the role of the environment in shaping the history of this nation. Ted Steinberg’s Down to Earth does just that. Down to Earth chronologically explores the indefatigable role that nature has played in the formation of the United States from the earliest times..more
With more and more environmental historians emerging, it was high-time for a comprehensive history of the United States that explores the role of the environment in shaping the history of this nation. Ted Steinberg’s Down to Earth does just that. Down to Earth chronologically explores the indefatigable role that nature has played in the formation of the United States from the earliest times..more
Jan 17, 2018Rob Bauer rated it really liked it
I use this book when I teach courses in environmental history at the community college where I teach. I like it quite a bit--especially the last couple chapters discussing corporations & globalization in modern US history. Another great feature of the book is its focus on viewing the environment through the lens of commodification, and how doing so alienates people from understanding nature and natural processes.
Another strength is that the book has nice geographic balance. My specialty is..more
Another strength is that the book has nice geographic balance. My specialty is..more
Jan 26, 2019Casey Schreiner rated it really liked it
So it's a textbook. Each chapter sets up a thesis and ends with a conclusion that wraps everything up.
But as far as textbooks go, this one is pretty interesting. I will say, the first half of the book is a bit more engaging, just because it's using an ecological perspective on a time period that usually doesn't get that treatment. By the time we get to the westward expansion days -- and especially into the post-WW2 era -- if you're the kind of person who's interested in reading a book like this..more
But as far as textbooks go, this one is pretty interesting. I will say, the first half of the book is a bit more engaging, just because it's using an ecological perspective on a time period that usually doesn't get that treatment. By the time we get to the westward expansion days -- and especially into the post-WW2 era -- if you're the kind of person who's interested in reading a book like this..more
Dec 25, 2017William Winn JR rated it it was amazing
Excellent. By taking chapters to focus on common areas of American history Steinberg has written a book that can be effectively utilized in general history classes over the course of the examination of the length and breadth of the study of United States and how the land played a vital, yet previously unmentioned, role in the shaping of all things American.
Ted Steinberg writes a compelling narrative about how humanity has shaped the environment of the Americas for better or worse. He leaves no stone unturned while exploring deforestation, the development of the modern waste management system, and early environmental activism and legislation. This was, hands down, my favorite non-fiction book read this year.
Jan 02, 2017Joseph Montuori rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Steinberg's work is sweeping in its scope, from pre-Columbian North America to the early 21st century, ever focused on the history of man's interaction with nature in the geographic area that makes up the United States. This unusual, but extremely relevant approach is generally used to add to the traditional view of anthropocentric history, rather than focusing purely on nature, or even nature as the central factor in human history in the United States. That is a strength for traditional histori..more
May 07, 2013Kate rated it liked it
Steinberg takes us on a whirlwind tour of American history, focusing on the environmental factors that affected and influenced the key transitions and developments of America. The drought and wet seasons that prompted the move West, the mud and failed crops that forced Lee's hand during the Civil War, the sanitation efforts of early 20th cities.
Overall, this was a very interesting reinterpretation of American history. The earlier sections were actually the most interesting, showing how much en..more
Overall, this was a very interesting reinterpretation of American history. The earlier sections were actually the most interesting, showing how much en..more
Feb 15, 2010Eliza rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
This book followed American history under the premise that everything that happened in the history of our country was intricately linked to our environment and happened because of the natural resources that we've been able to extract & utilize, especially in regards to energy. Unlike other countries with less natural wealth, the U.S. is very lucky to have the Great Plains as our breadbasket, our original forests as our early source of fuel, our rivers to dam for hydroelectric, and the vast r..more
Feb 13, 2013Patrick rated it really liked it · review of another edition
This narrative textbook history of U.S. environmental history is a comprehensive summary and introduction to the field. It is immensely fascinating at times and holds nothing back in describing how the United States has become what it is today ecologically, agriculturally, and industrially. Tracing the United States' history all the way back to North America's geological formation and development billions of years ago up to the present day, it's an all-encompassing book that leaves no part of th..more
Steinberg's goal for this book is to 'bring natural forces to the fore of the historical process (p. 284).' I found his alternate approach to the history of North America as the ongoing interaction of human culture and the natural environment as compelling as it is sobering. Although I found the book both well-researched and engagingly written, in such a geographically and chronologically wide-ranging survey depth must of necessity occasionally yield to breadth. The author compensates through fo..more
Sep 01, 2010Lauriann rated it really liked it
With more education comes more responsibility. By the end of this book I am vowing never to turn on another light or drive another mile in my car. This book was a fascinating look at how the environment impacted the early settlers in the US to how much we have impacted the environment since the 1950's. The early history of the book was relatively new information for me. The recent info didn't break any new ground for me, but is still alarming. Steinberg does issue a call for manure. Manure seems..more
Good survey of U.S. Environmental History [2013 edition]: accessible to general and undergraduate readers. Fairly comprehensive, though missing a treatments of the early 1800s transportation revolution, the transition from an iron industry to a steel industry, the Dust Bowl, and the Donora, PA incident and the movement for smog abatement. Satisfactory treatment of differences between the environmental movement and the ecology movement, including Rachel Carson's part in the differences. Okay on c..more
Steinberg writes of the U.S.'s checkered environmental past, covering colonial days and the early years of the industrial revolution when pigs (and horses) ruled city streets and night soil was collected and sent to farms through its later years with rivers catching on fire, the blossoming of monoculture farming and the burdens of agribusiness to today's various green movements. A very helpful overview for those wanting a distinctly US glimpse of some of the intricacies behind the current ecolog..more
Feb 05, 2017kendall rated it really liked it · review of another edition
A must read for anyone interested in American history and environmentalism.
Jun 01, 2006Annette rated it it was amazing · review of another edition Shelves: history, nonfiction, american, environment, nature, ecology, natural
One of a small group of environmental historians, the author provides fascinating details and insights into U.S. History through the viewpoint of environmental episodes. Learn how natural conditions and mankind's impact have interacted and affected American life. Learn more from a review by E. Voves, 'Informing the Debate' http://www.januarymagazine.com/artcul.. in January Magazine. (lj)
I read this after Guns, Germs and Steel and it was a great follow-up because during the former I kept trying to relate it to my homeland. It was an absolutely fascinating lesson on the impact of the environment and climate on American history. It was also a very easy read - far easier than Guns! If you like history, anthropology, or conservation - this is perfect.. a great blend of all 3.
Jul 12, 2007Brandie marked it as to-read
Fascinating--explores the environmental reasons behind almost every event in American history. While some of this may be mentioned as part of the background picture in any history class, this book shows climate--both difference (from England) and change--to be more of a motivating force that most people realize.
Jul 16, 2012Jessica rated it really liked it Shelves: contemporary-american-history, environmental-history, early-american-history, conservation-history
The first half of the book is rather generic, but Steinberg shines once he reaches the 20th century where he includes many environmental considerations that are often overlooked in undergrad history classes, making it a good (though liberally biased) textbook selection.
Thought-provoking survey of the sometimes disastrous results when Americans reshaped their environment in their image. I craved a little more depth; each topic discussed by Steinberg could be expanded into its own book.
How the American (and global) landscape has changed over the centuries due to 'progress.' Not a blame book, just how it is. Makes one stop and think..
This book is a great survey of American environmental history from 'natures' perspective.
Dec 16, 2015Allysa Ivey rated it it was ok · review of another edition
Jun 22, 2011Conan rated it it was amazing
An exercise in Aha! moments. This book examines how the landscape influenced major events/trends throughout our country's history.
I am still interested in environmental history, though I have shifted to more of a straight science passion. This book had a lot of great information and it provided good context.
If you've ever been curious as to what the natural and historical impact of millions of pounds of McDonald's hamburger wrappers has had on America, then read this book. Seriously.
A very staggering book to read that gives an entirely new perspective on some of North American history. Written in very clear language and an easy to follow format, it was tough to ever put it down!
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