What do you think of when you think of Nature? Prolific author and
National Geographic writer Doug Chadwick's fresh look at human's
place in the natural world. In his accessible and engaging style,
Chadwick approaches the subject from a scientific angle, with the
underlying message that from the perspective of DNA humans are not
all that different from any other creature. He begins by showing
the surprisingly close relationship between human DNA and that of
grizzly bears, with whom we share 80 percent of our DNA. We are 60
percent similar to a salmon, 40 percent the same as many insects,
and 24 percent of our genes match those of a wine grape. He
reflects on the value of exposure to nature on human biochemistry
and mentality, that we are not that far removed from our ancestors
who lived closer to nature. He highlights examples of animals using
"human" traits, such as tools and play. He ends the book with two
examples of the healing benefits of turning closer to nature:
island biogeography and the Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation
Initiative. This book is a reflection on man's rightful place in
the ecological universe. Using personal stories, recounting how he
came to love and depend on the Great Outdoors and how he learned
his place in the system of Nature, Chadwick challenges anyone to
consider whether they are separate from or part of nature. The
answer is obvious, that we are an indivisible from all elements of
a system that is greater than ourselves and should never be
neglected, taken advantage of, or exploited. This is a fresh and
engaging take on man's relationship to nature by a respected and
experienced author.
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