📚 Books to Read After Conservation Refugees
Just finished conservation refugees? Here are 5 magical next reads curated just for you:
📘 Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer
Rating: 4.66 / 5 (27,000+ ratings), Published: 2013
When to read it: When you're seeking a deeper connection with nature and looking for insights on ecological stewardship.
This profound blend of indigenous wisdom and modern science explores our relationship with the natural world. Kimmerer weaves together personal stories, botany, and ecology to offer a unique perspective on conservation and sustainability, resonating with the themes of "conservation refugees".
Genres: Nonfiction, Science, Nature, Indigenous Knowledge
After reading: Readers will feel inspired to nurture a more reciprocal relationship with the Earth, finding solace and guidance in the beauty of interconnectedness.
📘 Eating Stone: Imagination and the Loss of the Wild by Ellen Meloy
Rating: 4.23 / 5 (290+ ratings), Published: 2005
When to read it: When you crave poetic reflections on wilderness, loss, and the magic of the natural world.
Meloy's lyrical essays delve into the complexities of wilderness preservation and the impact of human presence on landscapes. Through exquisite prose and keen observations, this book invites readers to contemplate the essence of wildness and conservation.
Genres: Nonfiction, Nature Writing, Essays
After reading: After journeying through Meloy's poetic narratives, readers will develop a heightened appreciation for the intricate beauty of the wild and a deeper understanding of the delicate balance between humans and nature.
📘 The Overstory by Richard Powers
Rating: 4.16 / 5 (98,000+ ratings), Published: 2018
When to read it: For a sweeping, thought-provoking narrative that explores the interconnectedness of all living beings.
Powers' Pulitzer Prize-winning novel intertwines the lives of diverse characters and trees, illuminating the profound ways in which forests and humans are intertwined. With exquisite storytelling, it advocates for environmental stewardship and conservation in a way that mirrors the themes of "conservation refugees".
Genres: Fiction, Environmental Fiction, Literary Fiction, Contemporary
After reading: Readers will emerge with a renewed reverence for the natural world and a heightened awareness of the intricate networks that bind all living things together.
📘 The Soul of an Octopus: A Surprising Exploration into the Wonder of Consciousness by Sy Montgomery
Rating: 4.14 / 5 (25,000+ ratings), Published: 2015
When to read it: When you're curious about the mysteries of the animal kingdom and eager to explore the depths of consciousness.
Montgomery's captivating exploration of octopuses offers a touching glimpse into the emotional lives of these creatures. Blending science and personal narrative, this book celebrates the interconnectedness of all beings and our shared capacity for wonder and understanding.
Genres: Nonfiction, Science, Animals, Psychology
After reading: Delving into the depths of octopus consciousness, readers will develop a profound sense of empathy for all beings and an expanded awareness of the beauty and complexity of the natural world.
📘 Braiding the Wild by Angela Himsel
Rating: 4.21 / 5 (200+ ratings), Published: 2021
When to read it: When you're seeking stories of connection, resilience, and the healing power of nature.
Himsel's memoir beautifully intertwines themes of nature, family, and self-discovery as she rediscovers her connection to the Earth while facing personal challenges. This heartfelt journey resonates with the themes of conservation and the transformative power of wild spaces.
Genres: Memoir, Nature Writing, Self-Discovery
After reading: Through Himsel's introspective journey, readers will find solace in nature, inspiration in storytelling, and a renewed sense of hope in the enduring power of the wild.