Marjory’s River of Grass Marjory Stoneman Douglas, Fierce Protector of the Everglades
Marjory’s River of Grass: Marjory Stoneman Douglas, Fierce Protector of the Everglades by Josie James is a picture book biography published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers on April 15, 2025. This edition spans 40 pages and is presented in English. The book chronicles the life of Marjory Stoneman Douglas, an influential conservationist and environmental journalist dedicated to protecting the Florida Everglades, a region she recognized as a vital ecosystem rather than a mere swamp.
Readers will discover how Marjory’s vision and determination played a crucial role in the preservation of the Everglades, highlighting her efforts to advocate for this unique environment. The narrative explores themes of nature, conservation, and the importance of protecting our natural resources. Additionally, the book includes bonus content such as an author’s note, inspiring quotes from Douglas, and information about water conservation, making it a valuable resource for young readers interested in environmental issues and the significance of wildlife.
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A picture book biography of Marjory Stoneman Douglas, the remarkable conservationist and naturalist who worked tirelessly to protect the Florida Everglades.
As an environmental journalist and conservationist, Marjory Stoneman Douglas spent her life fighting to preserve the Florida Everglades. Now celebrated as a subtropical paradise with a diverse ecosystem, the Everglades was once considered a worthless swamp. Marjory recognized the wetlands as a treasured river, home to an array of species unlike anywhere else in the world–and she was determined to help protect it.
This is the story of how Marjory’s incredible vision and unwavering tenacity led to the preservation of one of the most unique regions on Earth.
Bonus content includes an author’s note, inspiring quotes by Douglas, and information about water: where it comes from, and what we can do to help preserve this precious resource.
One of Booklist’s Top 10 Environmental & Sustainability Books for Youth (2025)
Featured in “No Planet B: Books on Climate Change and Environmental Activism” (School Library Journal)
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