The Control of Nature by John McPhee

The Control of Nature

John McPhee

288 pages first pub 1989 (editions)

nonfiction history nature science challenging informative reflective slow-paced

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The Control of Nature is John McPhee's bestselling account of places where people are locked in combat with nature. Taking us deep into these contested territories, McPhee details the strageties and tactics through which people attempt to control ...

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informative 100%
challenging 62%
adventurous 25%
lighthearted 25%
inspiring 12%
reflective 12%

Pace

slow 77%
medium 22%

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