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Confronting Nature: The Bear Encounter and the Endangered Species Act
This chapter recounts a terrifying encounter with a bear that sparks reflections on human-wildlife interactions and the significance of the Endangered Species Act. It also traces the history of the ESA's creation in 1973, revealing challenges in understanding early legislative efforts and featuring an insightful interview with a key figure involved in its inception.
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