Forest Under Siege: The Story of Old Growth After Gifford Pinchot By RandSchenck, Pullman, Washington: Basalt Books. 2024. pp. 248. 24. 95 (paperback). ISBN: 9781638640257

Key Points

• The aim is to explore the impact of Gifford Pinchot's policies on old growth forests and their conservation.
• Narrative analysis of historical context and policies
• Examination of forest management practices
• Discussion of biodiversity and conservation efforts
• Illustrates the complex relationship between policy and forest health
• Highlights the ongoing challenges in conserving old growth forests
• Demonstrates the importance of biodiversity in forest ecosystems