NY, Rinehart, (1947). A later printing of her first book, a volume in the Rivers of America series that came to be seen as a classic of environmental literature. Stoneman had been asked to write about the Miami River; unimpressed, she turned her attention to the Everglades and remained a lifelong advocate for their protection. This copy is inscribed by Douglas: "To Clara Mulloy, in recognition of all our pleasant years as neighbors and friends, with affectionate good wishes, Marjory./ Spring Garden, February, 1947." A newspaper photo of Douglas has been tipped in below. In addition, an autograph note signed in full by Douglas is tipped to the dedication page: dated in 1956, it offers her sympathies to Clara on reading of the death of her husband. The book is lacking its jacket and the boards are mottled and the spine a bit abraded; the text is fine; a good copy overall. [#035600] SOLD