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The World and All the Things Upon It: Native Hawaiian Geographies of Exploration by David A. Chang
Did not finish book. Stopped at 26%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 26%.
Planning to go back & finish! Life got hectic and I had to catch up on other book club books
Lei and the Invisible Island by Malia Maunakea
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
The Blue Plate: A Food Lover's Guide to Climate Chaos by Mark Easter
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.5
"The Blue Plate" takes readers on a journey to understand the complex world of the food we eat - and the sustainability struggles that are only growing in severity and frequency.
Conservation and environmentalism are at the forefront of many people's minds these days. Choosing sustainable and ethical products is a priority. Often the solution for food is touted as being simple: Go vegan. But this sustainability is not as simple as that, especially as you learn more about agriculture methods/impacts, as "The Blue Plate" informs. Mark Easter does a phenomenal job shedding light on the climate crisis link with agriculture. Not only does he touch on the meat and dairy industry but also grains and fruits. He evokes compassion throughout the book, but doesn't hold back with his criticism. While Mark does encourage readers to make personal changes to their plates to help the planet, he holds the most weight against the systemic issues plaguing the industry and changes that can be made to the way we farm to help the environment.
An aspect of the book I was particularly grateful for was the information on dams - the common misconception as the sustainability of dams and how dam removal is restoration and beneficial to the planet and against climate change.
This book is a must read for folks concerned about the climate crisis and better understanding the role agriculture plays. And if this book, or the topic, interests you, I recommend you watch the 2016 documentary, "Sustainable."
I received a free ARC via NetGalley for this book. Thank you to NetGalley, publisher and author!
Conservation and environmentalism are at the forefront of many people's minds these days. Choosing sustainable and ethical products is a priority. Often the solution for food is touted as being simple: Go vegan. But this sustainability is not as simple as that, especially as you learn more about agriculture methods/impacts, as "The Blue Plate" informs. Mark Easter does a phenomenal job shedding light on the climate crisis link with agriculture. Not only does he touch on the meat and dairy industry but also grains and fruits. He evokes compassion throughout the book, but doesn't hold back with his criticism. While Mark does encourage readers to make personal changes to their plates to help the planet, he holds the most weight against the systemic issues plaguing the industry and changes that can be made to the way we farm to help the environment.
An aspect of the book I was particularly grateful for was the information on dams - the common misconception as the sustainability of dams and how dam removal is restoration and beneficial to the planet and against climate change.
This book is a must read for folks concerned about the climate crisis and better understanding the role agriculture plays. And if this book, or the topic, interests you, I recommend you watch the 2016 documentary, "Sustainable."
I received a free ARC via NetGalley for this book. Thank you to NetGalley, publisher and author!
Mushrooms of Cascadia, Second Edition: An Illustrated Key to the Fungi of the Pacific Northwest by Michael Beug
informative
relaxing
5.0
"Mushrooms of Cascadia" is a fantastic resource for mushroom lovers or folks wanting to learn more about the fungi around them.
I have a few mushroom guides for foraging and this one is now my favorite. Mycology is not my strongsuit but I have found that since moving to the PNW, I am more and more interested in the fungi I see on hikes and while looking for spawning salmon. "Mushrooms of Cascadia" is a comprehensive, concise, and an engaging guide for any level of mushroom understanding. I found that the images used in this book were more helpful compared to the other guides on my shelf. This book also filled my desire for a field guide to dive a bit deeper into science, particularly with the information on mushroom genomics research, This aspect of the field particularly fascinates me but I mostly know about marine species genomic research and knowledge.
The information on collection mushroom's for science was also a great addition that stood out to me and that I enjoyed. It was interesting to learn about proper collection and handling techniques, and to compare those to what I have learned in my own field.
If you are an avid outdoors lover and frequent the PNW, this is a field guide for you!
I received a free ARC via NetGalley for this book. Thank you to NetGalley, publisher and author!
I have a few mushroom guides for foraging and this one is now my favorite. Mycology is not my strongsuit but I have found that since moving to the PNW, I am more and more interested in the fungi I see on hikes and while looking for spawning salmon. "Mushrooms of Cascadia" is a comprehensive, concise, and an engaging guide for any level of mushroom understanding. I found that the images used in this book were more helpful compared to the other guides on my shelf. This book also filled my desire for a field guide to dive a bit deeper into science, particularly with the information on mushroom genomics research, This aspect of the field particularly fascinates me but I mostly know about marine species genomic research and knowledge.
The information on collection mushroom's for science was also a great addition that stood out to me and that I enjoyed. It was interesting to learn about proper collection and handling techniques, and to compare those to what I have learned in my own field.
If you are an avid outdoors lover and frequent the PNW, this is a field guide for you!
I received a free ARC via NetGalley for this book. Thank you to NetGalley, publisher and author!
A Far Wilder Magic by Allison Saft
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Glacial: The Inside Story of Climate Politics by Chelsea Henderson
informative
medium-paced
4.0
I received a free ARC via NetGalley for this book. Thank you to NetGalley, publisher and author!
“Glacial” is an illuminating read into the politics and policies regarding the climate crisis. Henderson’s exploration of the intricacies of climate politics offers a detailed look at what influences environmental policy.
My favorite of the stories highlighted in this book is, “Meanwhile, Exxon Knew.” This chapter was powerful at reminding us that those same people who push against climate policiers aren’t always misinformed, they are actually quite aware of the threat to the planet, they just prioritize profits and exploitation. This is a huge part of the battle for environmental policies.
This book provides great context for those of us working at the intersection of conservation, sciences and policy. While it is not as in-depth as other books may be, “Glacial” does a wonderful job summarizing moments in climate politics history.
“Glacial” is an illuminating read into the politics and policies regarding the climate crisis. Henderson’s exploration of the intricacies of climate politics offers a detailed look at what influences environmental policy.
My favorite of the stories highlighted in this book is, “Meanwhile, Exxon Knew.” This chapter was powerful at reminding us that those same people who push against climate policiers aren’t always misinformed, they are actually quite aware of the threat to the planet, they just prioritize profits and exploitation. This is a huge part of the battle for environmental policies.
This book provides great context for those of us working at the intersection of conservation, sciences and policy. While it is not as in-depth as other books may be, “Glacial” does a wonderful job summarizing moments in climate politics history.
What the Wild Sea Can Be: The Future of the World's Ocean by Helen Scales
medium-paced
4.5
I received a free ARC via NetGalley for this book. Thank you to NetGalley, publisher and author!
Another fantastic book from Helen Scales! “What the Wild Sea Can Be” lays out a compelling exploration of the ocean's past, present, and future. The book takes readers through the ancient ocean, extinction events, and the profound changes the ocean is undergoing in the Anthropocene era.
Highlighting issues like invasive species, bird flu, deep sea mining, unsustainable fisheries, climate change, and more, Scales highlights the plethora of threats impacting marine life (& all of our lives subsequently), as well as stories of hope and positive change.
Helen Scales also evaluates and notes the challenges and potential of Marine Protected Areas.
When sharing solutions and best actions to help the ocean, the book pushes how systemic change will be the most impactful, by holding polluters accountable and advocating for a plastics treaty, to highlighting effective marine management and policy changes that can help protect ecosystems.
“What the Wild Sea Can Be” is a thought-provoking and informative read that is a warning and a call to action. The book provides readers with a deep understanding of the ocean's complexities and the urgent need to protect the sea. I think anyone interested in marine biology, conservation, and the future of our planet's oceans would benefit from reading this book!
Another fantastic book from Helen Scales! “What the Wild Sea Can Be” lays out a compelling exploration of the ocean's past, present, and future. The book takes readers through the ancient ocean, extinction events, and the profound changes the ocean is undergoing in the Anthropocene era.
Highlighting issues like invasive species, bird flu, deep sea mining, unsustainable fisheries, climate change, and more, Scales highlights the plethora of threats impacting marine life (& all of our lives subsequently), as well as stories of hope and positive change.
Helen Scales also evaluates and notes the challenges and potential of Marine Protected Areas.
When sharing solutions and best actions to help the ocean, the book pushes how systemic change will be the most impactful, by holding polluters accountable and advocating for a plastics treaty, to highlighting effective marine management and policy changes that can help protect ecosystems.
“What the Wild Sea Can Be” is a thought-provoking and informative read that is a warning and a call to action. The book provides readers with a deep understanding of the ocean's complexities and the urgent need to protect the sea. I think anyone interested in marine biology, conservation, and the future of our planet's oceans would benefit from reading this book!
River Songs: Moments of Wild Wonder in Fly Fishing by Steve Duda
medium-paced
3.0
“River Songs” by Steve Duda is a collection of the author’s river stories, highlighting various rivers he has fished and insights into river history and conservation. The stories illustrate how important rivers are, and their majesty, as well as the authors personal journey through life whilst fly fishing.
I received a free ARC via NetGalley for this book. Thank you to NetGalley, publisher and author!
I received a free ARC via NetGalley for this book. Thank you to NetGalley, publisher and author!
The Honey Witch by Sydney J. Shields
hopeful
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Cull of the Wild: Killing in the Name of Conservation by Hugh Warwick
challenging
informative
reflective
medium-paced
3.5
“Cull of the Wild” offers a thought-provoking dive into the ethical and ecological complexities surrounding the practice of killing in wildlife conservation. This is a contentious debate in wildlife management and the author does a great job bringing to light the multifaceted nature of the issue.
A theme throughout the book is the inherent complexity of ecology. Warwick challenges the notion that ecological problems have straightforward solutions (which I fully agree with), emphasizing that the balance of nature is intricate and often resistant to simple fixes. An example I think of for this is the introduction of mongoose in Hawai’i, in an attempt to control rat populations.
Warwick makes a great comparison in the book, likening conservation culls to the “trolly problem.” I much appreciated his statement on ethics panels as “places where decisions are made that are not necessarily correct but have at least been thought about” as this acknowledgment is often how I feel about many aspects of policy and and the issues inherent in wildlife management.
The book also highlights the connection between conservation and colonialism. How 80% of the world's remaining biodiversity is found on Indigenous people’s land , when they occupy ~25% of the earth's surface. Much of the land now preserved around the world in protected areas was taken from Indigenous people, who were already stewarding these places while colonial powers were causing the harm.
Though I do not agree with Warwick fully, I do think that this book is a compelling and fair exploration of the ethical dimensions of culling in conservation. The book’s diverse perspectives and real-world examples offer valuable insights that encourage readers to reflect on their own views and the broader implications of wildlife management practices. I think anyone working in environmental conservation, with any opinion on wildlife culling, would benefit from reading this. Again, I don’t agree with everything in these pages but the perspectives shared have given me much to reflect on and even re-evaluate some of the viewpoints I hold regarding conservation.
A theme throughout the book is the inherent complexity of ecology. Warwick challenges the notion that ecological problems have straightforward solutions (which I fully agree with), emphasizing that the balance of nature is intricate and often resistant to simple fixes. An example I think of for this is the introduction of mongoose in Hawai’i, in an attempt to control rat populations.
Warwick makes a great comparison in the book, likening conservation culls to the “trolly problem.” I much appreciated his statement on ethics panels as “places where decisions are made that are not necessarily correct but have at least been thought about” as this acknowledgment is often how I feel about many aspects of policy and and the issues inherent in wildlife management.
The book also highlights the connection between conservation and colonialism. How 80% of the world's remaining biodiversity is found on Indigenous people’s land , when they occupy ~25% of the earth's surface. Much of the land now preserved around the world in protected areas was taken from Indigenous people, who were already stewarding these places while colonial powers were causing the harm.
Though I do not agree with Warwick fully, I do think that this book is a compelling and fair exploration of the ethical dimensions of culling in conservation. The book’s diverse perspectives and real-world examples offer valuable insights that encourage readers to reflect on their own views and the broader implications of wildlife management practices. I think anyone working in environmental conservation, with any opinion on wildlife culling, would benefit from reading this. Again, I don’t agree with everything in these pages but the perspectives shared have given me much to reflect on and even re-evaluate some of the viewpoints I hold regarding conservation.