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The View from Lazy Point: A Natural Year in an Unnatural World
416 pages, 2012
science & nature
1064 booksIn his new book, Eye of the Albatross , Carl Safina takes us soaring to locales where whales, sea turtles, penguins, and shearwaters flourish in their own quotidian rhythms. His guide and inspiration is an albatross he calls Amelia, whose life and far-flung flights he describes in fascinating detail. He also explores the unmistakable environmental impact of encounters between man and marine life.
In this perceptive portrait resulting from a transforming ride to the ends of the earth for both reader and author--as well as an eye-opening look at the health of our oceans--we are reminded that every creature counts.
In 'The View from Lazy Point', Carl Safina shows us how everything in nature is interconnected. He explores the delicate balance of ecosystems and how changes in one area can have far-reaching effects. It's a reminder that we're all part of a larger whole and our actions can impact the world around us.
Safina makes it clear that human actions are drastically affecting the natural world. From climate change to overfishing, he shows us the damage we're causing. It's a wake-up call to see how our lifestyle choices can harm the environment and a prompt to make more sustainable decisions.
The book is not all doom and gloom. Safina takes us on a journey through the stunning beauty of Lazy Point and beyond. He paints a vivid picture of the natural world, reminding us of what we stand to lose if we don't take care of our planet. It's a call to appreciate and protect the beauty around us.
One of the key messages in 'The View from Lazy Point' is the importance of conservation. Safina stresses the need to protect our natural resources and biodiversity. He shows us that conservation is not just about saving animals and plants, but also about ensuring a sustainable future for ourselves.
Safina believes that each of us has a role to play in protecting the environment. He encourages us to take individual actions, no matter how small, to make a difference. Whether it's reducing our carbon footprint or supporting conservation efforts, we can all contribute to a healthier planet.
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Carl Safina's book is a call to action and a plea for hope. It's an adventure story too: a chronicle of a year spent in one beautiful place on our hurt but still lovely planet.
Bill McKibben - Environmental ActivistSafina's book is a beautifully written, thought-provoking exploration of the world around us and our responsibility to it.
Elizabeth Kolbert - Journalist, AuthorThe View from Lazy Point is a treasure, full of insights and wisdom. It's a profound, engaging exploration of our relationship with the natural world.
Jane Goodall - Primatologist, Ethologist