The “Composite Landscape Assessment” book, published in 1977, presents a vintage perspective on landscape values, perceptions, and resources in the United States. Authored by Julius Gy. Fabos and Stephanie J. Caswell, this paperback book delves into environmental conservation, ecology, and public policy related to the natural landscape. With 322 pages, this book explores the intersection of nature and political science, offering insights into the complexities of environmental protection and management during the 1970s. Assessment Procedures for Special Resources, Hazards and Development Suitability. Massachusetts Agricultural Experiment Station, University of Massachusetts at Amherst College of Food and Natural Resources.