Wild Souls
Humans actions are deeply rooted in the values we have. However, it turns out that sometimes we assume them right without even thinking about them.
When it comes to people interacting with nature, it's no different. Values dictate how societies deal with the environment and other living beings. It's passed through generations, and it's changed slowly.
Wild Souls exposes different values perspectives of particular societies. Some put humans apart from nature, while others see us as part of the whole. These differences might seem too philosophical. However, their understanding is vital for better practices towards our planet.
People interaction with nature changed a lot throughout evolution but faster in the past centuries and decades. Each day become more evident that humans latest actions didn't benefit nature the most. Modern lifestyle accelerated global warming accompanied with questionably ethical actions toward non-human animals.
Marris shows how that actions are associated with the values we have. Conservation practices, for example, are intrinsically associated with some values that pass unnoticed by the majority of people.
She does not only question this value but shares hers. Should we not review our values?
Humans, more than ever, should deal with humility towards nature, taking care of our spaces and allowing coexistence with other species.
