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The Park Builders

Author: Thomas R. Cox
Publisher: University of Washington Press
ISBN: 9780295966205
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 286

Book Description
Among the greatest attractions of the Pacific Northwest are its state parks, campgrounds, and tree-lined highways. This book profiles the men who provided the parks, and the times that shaped them. More than a study of state parks, this book is a study of the evolution of recreation, conservation, and government in the 20th century.

The Park Builders

Author: Thomas R. Cox
Publisher: University of Washington Press
ISBN: 9780295966205
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 286

American Zoos During the Depression

Author: Jesse C. Donahue
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 0786461861
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 237

Book Description
American zoos flourished during the Great Depression, thanks to federal programs that enabled local governments to build new zoological parks, complete finished ones, and remodel outdated facilities. This historical text examines community leaders' successful advocacy for zoo construction in the context of poverty and widespread suffering, arguing that they provided employment, stimulated tourism, and democratized leisure. Of particular interest is the rise of the zoo professional, which paved the way for science and conservation agendas. The text explores the New Deal's profound impact on zoos and animal welfare and the legacy of its programs in zoos today.