Changes In The Land, Revised Edition by William Cronon

Indians, Colonists, and the Ecology of New England

The book examines the ecological transformation of New England from the pre-colonial period through the early colonial era, focusing on the interactions between Native American and European settler societies. It explores how differing land use practices and economic systems led to significant changes in the landscape, flora, and fauna. The narrative highlights the impact of European colonization on the environment, including deforestation, the introduction of new species, and shifts in land ownership and resource management, ultimately reshaping the region's ecological and cultural landscape.