The Humboldt Current.

Aaron Sachs.

This fine work of cultural history traces the influence of German naturalist and explorer Alexander von Humboldt had on nineteenth century American environmental thought and especially on four prominent American explorers, J.N. Reynolds, Clarence King, George Melville and John Muir. These men were among those who questioned American progress and established a radical environmental tradition.

Penguin Inc., USA, New York, 2006.

ISBN 9780670037759

Hardback with dust jacket. 496 pages.

SECONDHAND. Fine condition.