James E. Fickle
Professor at History, University of Memphis5 Followers
Dedicated to nurturing a deeper understanding of the historical roots of forestry and its related industries, James E. Fickle serves as the esteemed Dunavant Professor of History at The University of Memphis. His journey into this specialized field began after earning his Ph.D. from Louisiana State University in 1970, sparking a lifelong commitment to exploring the forest products sector. Through his distinguished scholarly work, he has shed significant light on the dynamics of labor, the role of trade associations, and the evolution of the forestry profession itself.
Professor Fickle's research has taken him deep into the historical landscapes of Alabama and Mississippi, providing valuable insights into how forestry practices developed regionally and their wider significance. His extensive body of published work includes insightful studies, notably on the U.S. Forest Products Laboratory, underscoring its crucial role in advancing both the science and standards of forestry. His contributions go beyond simply chronicling history, thoughtfully examining the social and economic threads woven into these industries.
Currently, Professor Fickle is broadening his research scope as a Visiting Professor of Forest and Environmental History at Yale University. Here, he is undertaking a detailed exploration into the history of the nation's oldest forestry school. This project aims to uncover the foundational stories that have shaped contemporary forestry education and practice, continuing his work of illuminating the complex interplay between environmental history and industrial growth.
Throughout his impactful career, Professor Fickle has remained steadfast in his dedication to fostering a clearer understanding of the historical contexts that have shaped the forestry sector we see today. His work continues to be vital in bridging the gap between academic historical scholarship and its practical applications in both forestry and broader environmental management fields.
External Link www.memphis.edu/ Professor Fickle's research has taken him deep into the historical landscapes of Alabama and Mississippi, providing valuable insights into how forestry practices developed regionally and their wider significance. His extensive body of published work includes insightful studies, notably on the U.S. Forest Products Laboratory, underscoring its crucial role in advancing both the science and standards of forestry. His contributions go beyond simply chronicling history, thoughtfully examining the social and economic threads woven into these industries.
Currently, Professor Fickle is broadening his research scope as a Visiting Professor of Forest and Environmental History at Yale University. Here, he is undertaking a detailed exploration into the history of the nation's oldest forestry school. This project aims to uncover the foundational stories that have shaped contemporary forestry education and practice, continuing his work of illuminating the complex interplay between environmental history and industrial growth.
Throughout his impactful career, Professor Fickle has remained steadfast in his dedication to fostering a clearer understanding of the historical contexts that have shaped the forestry sector we see today. His work continues to be vital in bridging the gap between academic historical scholarship and its practical applications in both forestry and broader environmental management fields.
Publications
1 - Longleaf, Far as the Eye Can See: A New Vision of North America's Richest Forest,Southern Spaces
James Fickle ,
, 2013-10-09
2 - The Origins and Development of the Southern Pine Association, 1883-1954 (Volumes I and II).,
James Fickle ,
, 2022-06-13
3 - The Selling of the South: The Southern Crusade for Industrial Development, 1936–1980. By James C. Cobb. (Baton Rouge and London: Louisiana State University Press, 1982. xii + 293 pp. $16.95.),Business History Review
James E. Fickle ,
, 140-142, 1984-01-01
4 - F. K. Weyerhaeuser: A Biography. By Charles E. Twining. St. Paul: Minnesota Historical Society Press, 1997. ix + 332 pp. Bibliography, index, maps, and photographs. $29.95. ISBN 0873513568.,Business History Review
James E. Fickle ,
, 155-157, 2000-01-01
5 - Differing Perspectives on Urban Parks,Forest and Conservation History
James E. Fickle ,
, 35-37, 1990-01-01
6 - This Well-Wooded Land: Americans and Their Forests from Colonial Times to the Present. By Thomas R. Cox, Robert S. Maxwell, Phillip Drennon Thomas, and Joseph J. Malone,Environmental Review
James E. Fickle ,
, 314-315, 1986-12-01
7 - Forestry in the U.S. South: A History. By Mason C. Carter, Robert C. Kellison, and R. Scott Wallinger. Baton Rouge: Louisiana State University Press, 2015. 386 pp. Illustrations, maps, tables, appendices, notes, bibliography, and index. Cloth $65.00.,Environmental History
James E. Fickle ,
, 149-151, 2017-01-01
8 - Labor's Search for Political Order: The Political Behavior of the Missouri Labor Movement, 1890–1940,History: Reviews of New Books
James E. Fickle ,
, 197-198, 1974-07-01
9 - :Wars in the Woods: The Rise of Ecological Forestry in America,The American Historical Review
James E. Fickle ,
, 1572-1573, 2008-12-01
10 - The Credit Merchants: A History of Spiegel, Inc.,History: Reviews of New Books
James E. Fickle ,
, 195-195, 1973-08-01
11 - Essays in Quantitative Economic History,History: Reviews of New Books
James E. Fickle ,
, 22-22, 1974-11-01
12 - The Fur Trade in Colonial New York, 1686–1776,History: Reviews of New Books
James E. Fickle ,
, 200-200, 1975-07-01
13 - Southern Timberman: The Legacy of William Buchanan. ByArcher H. Mayor · Athens: University of Georgia Press, 1988. xviii + 263 pp. Illustrations, charts, bibliography, notes, and index. $30.00. ISBN 0-8203-0999-0.,Business History Review
James E. Fickle ,
, 183-185, 1992-01-01
14 - History of Sustained-Yield Forestry: A Symposium. Edited by Harold K. Steen. (Santa Cruz, CA: Forest History Society, Inc., 1984. xviii + 470pp. Illustrations and notes. Paper, $12.00),Environmental Review
James E. Fickle ,
, 387-388, 1984-12-01
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