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Medicine wheel for the planet : a journey toward personal and ecological healing / by Grenz, Jennifer,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.In 'Medicine Wheel for the Planet', building on sacred stories, field observations and personal experience, Dr. Jennifer Grenz invites readers to share in the teachings of the four directions of the medicine wheel: the North, which draws upon the knowledge and wisdom of elders; the East, where we let go of colonial narratives and see with fresh eyes; the South, where we apply new-old worldviews to envision a way forward; and the West, where a relational approach to land reconciliation is realized. Eloquent, inspiring, and disruptive, 'Medicine Wheel for the Planet' circles in on an argument that a multiplicity of worldviews are required to safeguard our Earth.
Subjects: Applied ecology.; Human ecology.; Restoration ecology.; Traditional ecological knowledge.;
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The once and future world : nature as it was, as it is, as it could be / by MacKinnon, J. B.(James Bernard),1970-;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Human ecology.; Nature; Restoration ecology.;
© 2013., Random House Canada,
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Taking care of where we live : restoring ecosystems / by Wilcox, Merrie-Ellen.; Key, Amanda.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."This illustrated book introduces readers to ecological restoration and what they can do to help ecosystems in their own communities and around the world"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Restoration ecology; Restoration ecology;
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The world we have : a Buddhist approach to peace and ecology / by Nhất Hạnh,Thích.;
Includes bibliographical references.Using the Buddhist teaching of the impermanence of all things, Zen Buddhist teacher Thich Nhat Hanh offers solutions to the problems of global warming, disappearing fossil fuels, massive overconsumption, and unsupportable population growth. He demonstrates how this teaching can offer inner peace and help us use our collective wisdom and technology to restore the Earth's balance.LSC
Subjects: Ecology; Peace; Buddhism and social problems.;
© 2008., Parallax Press,
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Healing earth : an ecologist's journey of innovation and environmental stewardship / by Todd, John,author.;
Subjects: Ecological engineering.; Environmental responsibility.; Environmental protection.;
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Bringing back the wolves : how a predator restored an ecosystem / by Isabella, Jude.; Smith, Kim,1986-;
Includes bibliographical references and index.The reintroduction of wolf packs into Yellowstone National Park.LSC
Subjects: Gray wolf; Gray wolf;
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Medicine Wheel for the Planet A Journey toward Personal and Ecological Healing [electronic resource] : by Grenz, Jennifer.aut; cloudLibrary;
"This beautiful book can completely change how we approach science, using both Indigenous and Western perspectives, and how we can work collaboratively to help foster balance in nature." —Suzanne Simard, bestselling author of Finding the Mother Tree A farm kid at heart, and a Nlaka'pamux woman of mixed ancestry, Dr. Jennifer Grenz always felt a deep connection to the land. However, after nearly two decades of working as a restoration ecologist in the Pacific Northwest, she became frustrated that despite the best efforts of her colleagues and numerous volunteers, they weren't making the meaningful change needed for plant, animal and human communities to adapt to a warming climate. Restoration ecology is grounded in an idea that we must return the natural world to an untouched, pristine state, placing humans in a godlike role—a notion at odds with Indigenous histories of purposeful, reciprocal interaction with the environment. This disconnect sent Dr. Grenz on a personal journey of joining her head (Western science) and her heart (Indigenous worldview) to find a truer path toward ecological healing. In Medicine Wheel for the Planet, building on sacred stories, field observations and her own journey, Dr. Grenz invites readers to share in the teachings of the four directions of the medicine wheel: the North, which draws upon the knowledge and wisdom of elders; the East, where we let go of colonial narratives and see with fresh eyes; the South, where we apply new-old worldviews to envision a way forward; and the West, where a relational approach to land reconciliation is realized.  Eloquent, inspiring and disruptive, Medicine Wheel for the Planet circles toward an argument that we need more than a singular worldview to protect the planet and make the significant changes we are running out of time for.
Subjects: Electronic books.; Ecosystems & Habitats; Environmental Science; Indigenous Studies;
© 2024., Knopf Canada,
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Evolution under pressure : how we change nature and how nature changes us / by Ridge, Yolanda,1973-; Thibeault, Dane.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Immersive non-fiction with STEM and social justice themes that proves that the future of the environment is in our hands--and helps pave the way forward. Evolution isn't just a thing of the past. It is happening right now, in every species across the world--and our influence on the future of the plants and animals around us is much bigger than we might think. A closer look at the science behind evolution shows how human behaviors like hunting, farming, and urban development have contributed to major physical changes in everything from rhinos to pigs to lizards. And these changes impact us in turn--triggering environmental shifts and contributing to climate change. The good news is there's hope: by learning to see how everything is connected, we can weigh the consequences of our choices and help shape a world that works for plants, animals, and humans alike. Making connections across anthropology, biology, and ecology, award-winning author Yolanda Ridge takes an intersectional approach to a challenging topic--examining the factors that influence human behavior while looking forward to explain the changes we can make and the ethics of those choices. Profiles of young activists and innovators highlight the ways readers can contribute to restoring ecological balance, while vibrant illustrations by Dane Thibeault evoke the energy and beauty of the natural world we are working to preserve."--
Subjects: Nature; Human beings; Human ecology; Sustainability;
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Believers : making a life at the end of the world / by Wells, Lisa,1982-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Poet and essayist Lisa Wells takes us on a pilgrimage to the margins, where trailblazers and outliers imagine new ways to live and reconnect to the Earth in the face of climate change"--
Subjects: Essays.; Human ecology.;
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Sacred nature : restoring our ancient bond with the natural world / by Armstrong, Karen,1944-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."A profound exploration of the spiritual power of nature-and an urgent call to reclaim that power in everyday life. Since the beginning of time, humankind has looked upon nature and seen the divine. In the writings of the great thinkers across religions, the natural world inspires everything from fear to awe to tranquil contemplation; God, or however one defined the sublime, was present in everything. Yet today, even as we admire a tree or take in a striking landscape, we rarely see nature as sacred. In this short but deeply powerful book, the bestselling historian of religion Karen Armstrong re-sacralizes nature for modern times. Drawing on her vast knowledge of the world's religious traditions, she vividly describes nature's central place in spirituality across the centuries. In bringing this age-old wisdom to life, Armstrong shows modern readers how to rediscover nature's potency and form a connection to something greater than ourselves"--
Subjects: Ecotheology.; Human beings; Human ecology; Nature; Nature; Spiritual life.;
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