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lizshayne's review
hopeful
informative
inspiring
sad
fast-paced
4.0
In honor of re-learning Kashrut this year, we're reading about the importance of bugs.
And now I'm vaguely depressed about the future. I know the book was going for hopeful, but there's a lot to be sad about (other than how rarely we mow our lawn. Apparently we're good at some things) and a lot of change that is systemic and necessary and not in the short-term interests of those who want to hold on to money and power and I'm mad.
Bugs, though, man. Bugs are cool.
And now I'm vaguely depressed about the future. I know the book was going for hopeful, but there's a lot to be sad about (other than how rarely we mow our lawn. Apparently we're good at some things) and a lot of change that is systemic and necessary and not in the short-term interests of those who want to hold on to money and power and I'm mad.
Bugs, though, man. Bugs are cool.
m__maya's review
the author was very enthusiastic, but repetitive and gave only basic level/broad info about bugs — i wanted to learn more about what bugs do for the ecosystem in detail, and more tips for helping bugs beyond awareness and planting gardens that are bug-friendly.
eavans's review
2.0
This was cute but ultimately very repetitive. The author seems like a lovely woman who is obviously dedicated to her studies and it was infectious. I actually want to learn about the bugs around me (and have started to) which is crazy! But as a book, it was meandering and I didn't really learn all that much. Which sucks because I want to learn about what all the different bugs do for their ecosystem!!
epellicci's review
hopeful
informative
slow-paced
3.0
*Thank you Chelsea Green Publishing for my copy of Rebugging the Planet, in return for an honest review*
Hird's "Rebugging the Planet" is crammed full of enthusiastic and warm writing about bugs. This book discuses the somewhat depressing state of decline bugs and invertebrates are experiencing, calling readers to action using easy to digest information and practical suggestions.
The book does become repetitive in some places, rehashing the same points and options rather than introducing new information. I found it slightly disappointing that the same dozen species seemed to be the focus of the entire book. However as a beginners guide to the challenges faced by bugs, it's an excellent stepping stone, and I loved Hird's highlighting of organisations and charities involved with rebugging efforts, as well as the detailed instructions she provides for how you can begin to be involved - from how to use the space you have to create habitats to how to approach your MP.
Hird's "Rebugging the Planet" is crammed full of enthusiastic and warm writing about bugs. This book discuses the somewhat depressing state of decline bugs and invertebrates are experiencing, calling readers to action using easy to digest information and practical suggestions.
The book does become repetitive in some places, rehashing the same points and options rather than introducing new information. I found it slightly disappointing that the same dozen species seemed to be the focus of the entire book. However as a beginners guide to the challenges faced by bugs, it's an excellent stepping stone, and I loved Hird's highlighting of organisations and charities involved with rebugging efforts, as well as the detailed instructions she provides for how you can begin to be involved - from how to use the space you have to create habitats to how to approach your MP.
merixcil's review
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
1.5
This book feels like an incomplete look at the problem, that oscillates between scolding the reader for their presumed dislike of bugs and their inability to change the world at the drop of a hat and talking about the broader structural issues that are leading to insect decline. Space is given to discuss how to tackle these bigger issues but largely comes in the form of repeating platitudes about organisation without much steerage on how to make it work. Honestly, I think a baby's guide to climate action would have served the intentions of the author better. But there are some cool bug facts in here
frederique's review
3.0
This book is about a very important issue: the loss of biodiversity, especially the decline in insects and other bugs, and how we need to turn this around. The author knows a lot about all kind of insects and describes the unique features of many of them. She also describes possible solutions to 'rebug' both the planet and ourselves.
I liked the focus on bugs as this is a relatively unknown and unloved subject to many of us. However it is a lot of information and I'm not sure if people who do not already care a lot about biodiversity and nature will like to read it.
I liked the focus on bugs as this is a relatively unknown and unloved subject to many of us. However it is a lot of information and I'm not sure if people who do not already care a lot about biodiversity and nature will like to read it.