Senator Alan Bible and the Politics of the New West (Shepperson Nevada History) - Hardcover

Elliott, Gary E

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0874172403 ISBN 13: 9780874172409

Publisher: University of Nevada Press, 1994

Synopsis

Illuminating the life of a dedicated United States senator, this book tells the story of a man who was tenacious in fostering the welfare of his Nevada constituents, yet mindful of the national interests of all Americans. A man who insured a park and recreation legacy for all generations.

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Review:

"Elliott s book illuminates the life of a dedicated United States senator, tenacious in fostering the welfare of his Nevada constituents, yet mindful of the national interest of all Americans. Quietly and persistently, Senator Bible forged the political alliances that insured a treasured park and recreation legacy throughout the nation for all generations." George B. Hartzog, Jr., Director, National Park Service, 1964-1973
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Watching a talented senator from a small state negotiate the limitations of his power makes good reading. Hal Rothman, The Journal of American History, September 1995"

From the Back Cover:

Bible's senate career is largely the story of water projects, mining legislation, and land and resource development to advance the cause of economic expansion. He deeply admired Lyndon Johnson, and his fifteen-year relationship with the president resulted in enormous economic benefits for Nevada and personal rewards for its senior senator. Throughout his career, Bible carried the LBJ banner and brand. Bible's leadership resulted in the greatest expansion of parks, historical monuments, and recreation areas in American history. Through such legislative achievements, Bible left an everlasting imprint on the lives of millions of Americans. He played a key legislative role in the preservation of eighty million acres of Alaska wilderness for parks, wildlife, the forest service, and wilderness protection - perhaps his greatest contribution to our national heritage.

About this edition

• Publisher: University of Nevada Press
• Publication date: 1994
• ISBN 10: 0874172403
• ISBN 13: 9780874172409
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 296