“We might pity hunter-gatherers for their stuck simplicity, but we would err. They held extensive knowledge, knew deep secrets of their lands and creatures. And they experienced rich and rewarding lives; we know so because when they were threatened, they fought to hold on to them, to the death. Sadly, this remains true as the final tribal peoples get overwhelmed by miners, loggers, ranchers, and planters who value money above humanity, which is perhaps the most salient characteristic of our culture.”
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Becoming Wild: How Animal Cultures Raise Families, Create Beauty, and Achieve Peace
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Carl Safina
Carl Safina, born in 1955, is a renowned author, marine biologist, and environmental advocate. His work primarily focuses on marine ecology and the relationship between humans and nature, using accessible language to reveal the importance of marine biodiversity and the impact of human activities on marine environments. more
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