The Nature Principle

There are two kinds of journalists: reporters and storytellers. Richard Louv falls into the first category. This book is a pragmatic exploration of how we can interact better with nature in the 21st century - something many of us are craving to find time for. There is no shortage of information here......more

I was completely prepared to love this book. But I didn't find what I was looking for. I wanted and expected to find out a little about the science behind the idea that spending time in nature has brain benefits. I also wanted to know what exactly it is that scientists think is having the positive i......more

I have always had a good connection with the outdoors. My father was an avid hunter and fisherman, and took me out with him whenever he had the chance when I was growing up. I never did catch the bug for hunting, but I still fish to this day. It helped growing up in a semi-rural setting in an era wh......more

The Nature Principle states that "... a reconnection to the natural world is fundamental to human health, well-being, spirit, and survival." Richard Louv is able to show how true this principle really is. Through a combination of psychology research and anecdotal evidence, this book shows how even a......more

educational and provides detailed scenarios as to why we need nature in our lives! also very practical by mentioning different sustainability and leisure clubs that endorse nature, although not really applicable to other countries as the advice and directions to go in are entirely american-focused......more