“The marketplace is an institution that teaches self-advancement, private acquisition, and the domination of nature. Its way of thinking is incompatible with the round river. Ecological harmony is a nonmarket value that takes a collective will to achieve.”
Quote by Donald Worster
Work
The Wealth of Nature: Environmental History and the Ecological Imagination
This book delves into the historical relationship between humans and the environment, examining how the ecological imagination has shaped our understanding of nature and our place within it. It offers a comprehensive look at the environmental history of various societies and cultures, highlighting the interconnectedness of human activities and ecological systems. more
Author
Donald Worster
Donald Worster is an American historian renowned for his work in environmental history. Born in 1941, he has made significant contributions to the academic field. more
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