<p>"Of the nearly dozen books written about Pacific salmon in the last few years, this is the best and most informative."</p>

Library Journal

<p>"This is a benchmark book in the environmental history of the Pacific Northwest, one that breaks new ground and provides a model for future discussions in the field. . . . Everyone concerned about today’s salmon conditions in the Pacific Northwest and the importance of historical agency in environmental affairs should read this book."</p>

Environmental History