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What struck me most about this book was the discussion of the political debate at the time. This will sound as more naive than I am, but nothing has changed in terms of how political debate happens.
Towards the end of the book, Egan points out that Pinchot understands how events need to have a narrative, and the side that succeeds in creating the most compelling narrative wins.
My only criticism would be that the end of the book seems a bit disjointed when he tries to tie up lose ends. Otherwise, ...more
Towards the end of the book, Egan points out that Pinchot understands how events need to have a narrative, and the side that succeeds in creating the most compelling narrative wins.
My only criticism would be that the end of the book seems a bit disjointed when he tries to tie up lose ends. Otherwise, ...more
Aug 02, 2011
Ryan
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A great story with incredible history
May 02, 2020
Ned Hayes
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it was amazing
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Brilliant non-fiction history of Teddy Roosevelt and Gifford Pinchot and the founding of the U.S. Forest Service.
Sep 15, 2015
Kim Martin
marked it as to-read
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Galen Johnson
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