Books matching: plant conservation
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A moving, energetic read that shines a spotlight on plant conservation and the heroics behind saving our flora. If you care about nature or just love a good, heartfelt adventure, this one’s for you.
"The Plant Messiah: Adventures in Search of the World's Rarest Species" by Carlos Magdalena is a captivating narrative that delves into the author's passion for plant conservation. Through engaging storytelling, Magdalena shares his experiences of embarking on expeditions to collect rare plant species, his innovative propagation techniques, and the heartbreaking realities of habitat destruction. is praised for its informative yet flowing narrative style that educates readers about the importance of plant diversity and conservation efforts.
Though my sister and my brothers are interested in the natural world too, I am the only one of us who makes a living from it. My sister, Claudia, the oldest of my siblings, works in a Spanish version...June 2017•277 pages- #2
Save:A beautifully written, atmospheric look at a tough job and the world it inhabits. If you’re interested in stories about nature and endurance, this is a rewarding read, though its poetic pacing might not suit everyone.
'Eating Dirt' by Charlotte Gill is a captivating exploration of the world of tree planting in Western Canada. Through vivid descriptions and a fast-paced narrative, Gill provides readers with an intimate look into the lives of tree planters, the challenges they face, and the relationship between humans and forests. The book seamlessly weaves together personal anecdotes, scientific history, and insights into the forestry industry, creating a compelling and informative read that sheds light on a lesser-known profession.
WE FALL OUT of bed and into our rags, still crusted with the grime of yesterday. We’re earth stained on our thighs and shoulders, and muddy bands circle our waists, like grunge rings on the sides of a...September 2011•274 pages - #3
Save:A spellbinding journey through the Amazon that mixes adventure and science, celebrating irreplaceable knowledge and the urgent need to preserve it. Highly recommended for curious minds and nature lovers.
Tales of a Shaman's Apprentice by Mark J. Plotkin is a captivating exploration of South American native traditions, sorcery, hallucinogenics, and mystery. Plotkin skillfully intertwines travel adventures to seldom visited places, Amazonian tribes, botany, strange characters, plant medicine, hallucinogens, and shamanism, creating a narrative that keeps readers engaged from start to finish. The book not only delves into the author's experiences in the Amazonian forest but also sheds light on the medicinal plants used by native people, all while emphasizing the importance of conservation and preserving the wisdom of the few remaining shamans.
The author, Mark J. Plotkin, masterfully weaves together elements of adventure, anthropology, medicinal plant biology, and ethnopharmacology in this interdisciplinary work. Plotkin's writing style is described as engaging, inspiring, and informative, providing readers with a rare combination of knowledge and thrill. Through his vivid descriptions and personal experiences, such as encounters with electric eels and flea eggs, Plotkin adds credibility and depth to the narrative, making it a fascinating anthropological study that educates and entertains simultaneously.
1993•338 pages Thought-provoking and readable, The Righteous Mind offers fresh insight into why good people clash over moral issues. It's not perfect, but it’s a must-read for anyone who wants to bridge our political and cultural divides.
'The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion' by Jonathan Haidt delves into moral psychology from an evolutionary perspective, proposing a theory of Moral Foundations that underlie observable moral systems. Haidt's exploration of the drives behind people's feelings of right and wrong offers insight into actions driven by tribalism or politics. also provides copious data on experimental results, making it a thought-provoking read that sheds light on human behavior and the development of social manifestations of morality.
If you are like most of the well-educated people in my studies, you felt an initial flash of disgust, but you hesitated before saying the family had done anything morally wrong. After all, the dog was...March 2012•515 pages
