This essay to reflect ones critical understanding of Aldo Leopold’s argument of the Land Ethic. You man choose a general focus, such as whether or not “The Land Ethic” is coherent or feasible… or you may focus on one of the comments that has caused controversy. You will essentially be arguing for a particular way of understanding the essay and interpretation you favor. You should ground your discussion in specific examples taken from the text and you should concentrate on those parts of the text that are most critical to your interest.


