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abbeyhar103's review against another edition
Didn't finish. Two reasons:
1. I already understand and agree with the basic hypothesis and wasn't getting anything new from it.
2. I'd love to see this topic updated for 2024 (this was 2007) - in terms of new digital/social media enticements as well as language use and privilege awareness updates on behalf of the author
1. I already understand and agree with the basic hypothesis and wasn't getting anything new from it.
2. I'd love to see this topic updated for 2024 (this was 2007) - in terms of new digital/social media enticements as well as language use and privilege awareness updates on behalf of the author
tayshon's review against another edition
5.0
This was a startlingly good read - if you like learning, and knowing about the research that goes into finding out more of the human condition, this is a book you don't want to miss.
freckleduck's review against another edition
3.0
I liked this book. I agree with much of the author’s premise but I did feel at times he went on tangents that felt too long.
jpwbooks's review against another edition
2.0
Incredibly dragged out and uncertain.
Louv not only doesn't present a strong case for his theories, but also exhausts the reader with a barrage of irrelevant and weak "evidence" to back up his claims. I would estimate he makes under 10 significant claims throughout the book and just repeats them in different, yet dull ways without convincing the reader of his position. With that being said, I would like to say that there were good bits and pieces to be found throughout the text, but not enough to sway my overall opinion of the book. Also, I would like to admit that I read every section except Part IV: The Nature-Child Reunion.
Louv not only doesn't present a strong case for his theories, but also exhausts the reader with a barrage of irrelevant and weak "evidence" to back up his claims. I would estimate he makes under 10 significant claims throughout the book and just repeats them in different, yet dull ways without convincing the reader of his position. With that being said, I would like to say that there were good bits and pieces to be found throughout the text, but not enough to sway my overall opinion of the book. Also, I would like to admit that I read every section except Part IV: The Nature-Child Reunion.
katiecatcarr's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
sad
slow-paced
4.5
apochemu's review against another edition
3.0
I was genuinely excited to read this book but it did not fulfill my expectations. It was mostly anecdotal evidence and a bunch of theories. Also it kind of bugged me that he seems to think his childhood (building forts and fishing) is the only acceptable childhood. He spends a good deal of time lamenting the loss of childhood experiences like his and pointing the finger of blame. This book needed a better editor to take out the parts like that and where the author just seems to word vomit everything on his mind. It was hard to get through at times and felt very repetitive. Sometimes I was like, "ok, blah blah blah, next chapter?" With that said, it did have good nuggets to get you thinking and to inspire you to go outside, get your kids outside. With me it was very much preaching to the choir because I believe very much in the power of nature on the soul, so maybe someone who's not convinced would find it more interesting. Overall, a shaky 3 stars, maybe 2.5. A great idea and topic with a wide variety of ideas to discuss (which is the best thing about this book: it gives you ideas to mull over and discuss with others even if he doesn't do a great job of it), but nearly terrible execution.
ceemonkee's review against another edition
The review from Skylar Burris sums up my feelings -- not really researched well or empirical at all. One of the most frustrating parts is how he fails to decide on a definition for "nature" and switches from one to another whenever it suits the anecdote.
bcy022988's review against another edition
5.0
One of the best books I've ever read. As an educator and future Mom, the book was knowledgable and eye-opening about this generation of children who might never experience nature. I love that the book had so much research on various subjects but then also gave hundreds of examples of what you specifically can do with your child/children to make a difference in their lives.