The Western History Association announces the Hal K. Rothman Book Award given biennially for the best book in western environmental history defined in its broadest sense. The award consists of $500 and a certificate to the author, and a certificate to the press. The award is supported by contributions from individuals and publishers, and administered by the WHA. Publishers may submit more than one title from their list.

To be eligible for the award in 2009, the book must have been published in 2007 or 2008.

Application Deadline: July 31, 2009

Maria Montoya, New York University (Chair)
Mark Harvey, North Dakota State University

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