"In this groundbreaking anthology, the author offers new hope for
those who love trees and forests. These essays are by leading experts.
This work draws on the knowledge of indigenous people and the
traditional role that forests and trees have played in their lives. It
shows that sustainable forestry and conservation is possible. The
authors also cover the role of trees in global warming." -
BellaOnline, Connie Krochmal
There is an emerging revolution in wild forest relationships. Wild
foresting has evolved from ecoforestry, going far beyond merely having
a minimum impact on the world, to sustaining and promoting forest
health, along with biological and cultural diversity. Wild foresting
promotes the responsible use of forests, connects indigenous knowledge
systems, and unites a great variety of local practices tailored to
unique forests around the world.
Prize-winning experts dedicated to reconciliation in human–wild
forest relationships have contributed their stories to this
comprehensive, in-depth anthology. The authors give accounts of how
wild foresting is being practiced around the world, with such diverse
activities as:
* Wild farming
* Wild crafting
* Adventure therapy
* Restoration
* Permaculture
* Ecosystem restoration
* Education
_Wild Foresting_ is presented in eight thematic sections that discuss
topics as varied as tree meditation, wild humans, and ecophobia. Case
studies from the Amazon, Australia, Norway, and Thailand illustrate
how wild foresting principles are adapted to different cultures and
how emerging practices are fusing ancient knowledge systems with
contemporary ecological studies.
_Wild Foresting_ is a fascinating and informative walk in the woods
for everyone concerned about biodiversity, ancient forests, indigenous
cultures, and endangered species.
ALAN DRENGSON is professor emeritus of philosophy at the University of
Victoria, an author, and one of the founders of the Ecoforestry
Institute. DUNCAN TAYLOR is an assistant professor of environmental
studies at the University of Victoria, the founder of Earth Day
Canada, and an author. Drengson and Taylor are co-editors of
_Ecoforestry: The Art and Science of Sustainable Forest Use_ (New
Society Publishers).
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Practicing Nature's Wisdom
Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781550924251
Publisert
2017
Utgiver
New Society Publishers
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
Forfatter