Nature's Second Chance: Restoring the Ecology of Stone Prairie Farm by Steven I.

Description: Nature's Second Chance: Restoring the Ecology of Stone Prairie Farm by Steven I. Apfelbaum Renowned conservationist Aldo Leopold once wrote, "A thing is right when it tends to preserve the integrity, stability, and beauty of the biotic community. It is wrong when it does otherwise."Few have taken Leopold's vision more to heart than Steven I. Apfelbaum, who has, over the last thirty years, transformed his eighty-acre Stone Prairie Farm in Wisconsin into a biologically diverse ecosystem of prairie, wetland, spring-fed brook, and savanna. In healing his land, Apfelbaum demonstrates how humans might play a starring role in healing the planet. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Renowned conservationist Aldo Leopold once wrote, "A thing is right when it tends to preserve the integrity, stability, and beauty of the biotic community. It is wrong when it does otherwise."Few have taken Leopolds vision more to heart than Steven I. Apfelbaum, who has, over the last thirty years, transformed his eighty-acre Stone Prairie Farm in Wisconsin into a biologically diverse ecosystem of prairie, wetland, spring-fed brook, and savanna. In healing his land, Apfelbaum demonstrates how humans might play a starring role in healing the planet. Author Biography Steven I. Apfelbaum is founder, president, and senior ecologist of the firm Applied Ecological Services, known for its international science-based ecological design and restoration work. He lives in Juda, Wisconsin, on Stone Prairie Farm. Review In his account, both personal and visionary, of the restoration of his eighty-acre farm, Steven Apfelbaum makes a passionate plea for the respect and conservation of our ecosystems.--Jane Brox, author of Clearing Land "Apfelbaums book is as rich in farming adventure, environmental ideas, and profound insights as a restored prairie is rich in life and beauty."--Booklist "Living with the land, and not just simply on it, has never been more imperative-and Steven Apfelbaum is the perfect guide to that new symbiosis. Natures Second Chance is part memoir, part road map for a more sustainable future."--Scott Weidensaul, author of Return to Wild America Review Quote "In his account, both personal and visionary, of the restoration of his eighty-acre farm, Steven Apfelbaum makes a passionate plea for the respect and conservation of our ecosystems." -Jane Brox, author ofClearing Land"This page-turner for nature lovers will captivate readers who have harbored fantasies of moving back to the land and who will appreciate its mingling of environmental theory, policy prescription and vivid personal anecdote." -Publishers Weekly"Living with the land, and not just simply on it, has never been more imperative-and Steven Apfelbaum is the perfect guide to that new symbiosis.Natures Second Chanceis part memoir, part road map for a more sustainable future." -Scott Weidensaul, author ofReturn to Wild America"Apfelbaums book is as rich in farming adventure, environmental ideas, and profound insights as a restored prairie is rich in life and beauty." -Booklist Details ISBN0807085960 Author Steven I. Apfelbaum Short Title NATURES 2ND CHANCE Language English ISBN-10 0807085960 ISBN-13 9780807085967 Media Book Format Paperback Pages 242 Birth 1954 Publisher Beacon Press (MA) Imprint Beacon Press Subtitle Restoring the Ecology of Stone Prairie Farm Place of Publication Boston, MA Country of Publication United States DEWEY B Audience General/Trade UK Release Date 2010-02-01 Year 2010 Publication Date 2010-02-01 AU Release Date 2010-02-01 NZ Release Date 2010-02-01 US Release Date 2010-02-01 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159604282;

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