Crimes against Nature: Squatters, Poachers, Thieves, and the Hidden History of American Conservation
by Karl Jacoby
In Crimes against Nature, Karl Jacoby examines the hidden history of American conservation through the lens of squatters, poachers, thieves, and other ordinary people. The book reveals how their conflicts with authorities shaped the nation's environmental policies and the ongoing struggle over natural resources.
About This Book
Crimes against Nature explores the untold stories of those who clashed with early conservation efforts in America. It delves into the lives of squatters, poachers, thieves, and others whose actions challenged the emerging ideals of nature preservation.
The book uncovers how these so-called crimes against nature were often rooted in everyday struggles for survival and access to resources. Through historical accounts, it highlights the tensions between official policies and local practices.
Karl Jacoby's work provides insight into the complex origins of American conservation, showing that the movement was not just about protecting wilderness but also about controlling human activities within it.
This narrative reframes conservation history by centering the perspectives of marginalized groups whose resistance influenced environmental laws and land management.
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