Recommendations
On this page there are some resources and recommendations compiled by our seedlings
Unbowed
Wangari Maathai
This biography of ecowarrior Wangari Maathai depicts her life as an activist and as a woman.
Buffalo for the broken heart
Dan O'Brien
This type of ecological biography by Dan O'Brien demonstrate's the author's journey of transformation from a struggling cattle ranch in South Dakota to a buffalo ranch. This book serves as a beautiful account of his 13 first buffalo's first season on the ranch, while also teaching about regenerative wildlife ecology. The narrative is a mix of naturalist detail, ecological lessons, and local history!
The World is BLUE: How our Fate and the Ocean's are One
Dr. Sylvia A. Earle
Dr.Sylvia Earle is one of the largest advocates for Ocean protection and conservation, and its profound connection to the world around us. This book is a passionately written account of what we are doing as a species and what we can do to reverse the damage we are causing on the Ocean's systems. Eye Opening and highly enjoyable, this is an excellent read for anyone looking to see how the global ecosystem is so closely linked to the ocean systems and the effect we are having on each. (Also check out the netflix movie Mission Blue !)
Blackfish
This documentary available on Netflix follows the life of the entertainment orca named Tilikum and how he has caused the deaths of various of his trainers. Fear not! Tilikum is not to blame! The documentary shows how smart creatures in captivity react to their oppressed lifestyle, away from their natural habitat.
Chasing Coral
The Netflix documentary, done with an association wuth exposure labs follow the life of a passionate driver from London as he learn what corals are, what coral bleaching is, and why this phenomenon is happening.
The Condor and The Eagle
This documentary follows Indigenous activists and activists of Colour who are fighting against the environmental injustices happening against their land. Find the trailer for it here!
Silent Spring
A book by Rachel Carson, who exposed the chemical industry and served as an inspiration to the formation of the EPA
Pythagoras' Trousers
Rachel Carson
By Margaret Wertheim. This book discusses the relationship between science, religion, and how that paved way for male-dominated activity in the field of science.
Women in Science: 50 fearless pioneers who changed the world
Rachel Ignotofsky
By Rachel Ignotofsky. Is a beautiful book full of biographies of amazing women in science as well as portraits depicting them and their contributions.
The Sixth Extinction
Elizabeth Kolbert
By Elizabeth Kolbert. The New Yorker author depicts the effect of anthropogenic climate change and how it can lead to a major extinction
Triumph of the city
Edgar Glaeser
By Edgar Glaeser. In his book, Glaeser argues that cities can become sustainable, healthier, and cleaner than the suburban life- the author depicts major ideas on how to make cities a prime place to be.
Mothers of Invention
Hosts: Mary Robinson and Maeve Higgins
A podcast hosted by former Irish President Mary Robinson and comedian/writer Maeve Higgins all about climate leaders around the world and how they're "carving a path to climate justice for all!"
Can be found on Spotify, Apple podcasts, and Soundcloud
Dune
Frank Herbert
This is an excellent read if you are searching for environmentalism through a Sci-Fi perspective. Set on the desert planet of Arrakis this novel explores themes of environmentalism and politics all while transporting you to a whole new world. An overall excellent read for the ecology and sci-fi lover alike!