Title: Birthright : people and nature in the modern world /
Authors: Kellert, Stephen R.
Publisher: Yale University Press,
Year: 2013
Subjects: Human ecology Philosophy; Human beings Effect of environment on; Philosophy of nature; Ecology; Humans; Nature; Environmental Health
Abstract: Human health and wellbeing is inextricably linked to nature; our connection to the natural world is part of our biological inheritance. In this book, a pioneer in the field of biophilia, the study of human beings' inherent affinity for nature, sets forth the first full account of nature's powerful influence on the quality of our lives.
Contents: Introduction : Biophilia -- Attraction -- Reason -- Aversion -- Exploitation -- Affection -- Dominion -- Spirituality -- Symbolism -- Childhood -- Design -- Ethics and everyday life.