“Nature-the sublime, the harsh, and the beautiful-offers something that the street or gated community or computer game cannot. Nature presents the young with something so much greater than they are; it offers an environment where they can easily contemplate infinity and eternity.”
Quote by Richard Louv
Work
Last Child in the Woods: Saving our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder
The book delves into the concept of nature-deficit disorder, a term coined by the author, and examines how spending time in natural environments can contribute to the well-being of young individuals. It offers insights into the benefits of outdoor play and the potential consequences of a lack of nature in children's lives. more
Author
Richard Louv
Richard Louv, born in 1949, is a renowned author whose work primarily focuses on the relationship between humans and nature, particularly the relationship between children and nature. Louv's works have had a profound impact on the fields of environmental protection and education. more
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