Mark Fiege

About the Author

Mark Fiege is a distinguished environmental historian whose work illuminates the intricate interplay between nature and human society in American history. A professor emeritus at Colorado State University, Fiege has dedicated his career to exploring how environmental forces have shaped the nation's political, economic, and cultural landscapes. His seminal book, The Republic of Nature: An Environmental History of the United States (Weyerhaeuser Environmental Books), reinterprets iconic events from the American Revolution to the Civil War through an ecological lens, demonstrating how natural elements influenced the course of history. Fiege's scholarship challenges traditional narratives, urging readers to consider the republic as a living entity intertwined with its natural surroundings. With a background in both history and environmental studies, he continues to influence interdisciplinary discussions on sustainability and human impact on the planet.