Researcher's new book reveals environmental history of New York

A new book reveals the environmental history of New York state, including lessons learned from environmental disasters, triumphs in conservation efforts and balancing tourism with preserving natural wonders. The book also reveals the state's environmental threats that remain today. David Stradling, a University of Cincinnati professor of history, will be visiting New York this month as a featured author for his new book, "The Nature of New York – An Environmental History of the Empire State," published by Cornell University Press. The book holds an eight-page color insert and maps.

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