Who is this book suitable for?
For future-focused, bold and courageous leaders, especially tourism, health, parks and rec. professionals as well as architects and urban planners. These reflective essays cover diverse topics including, but not limited to, "wicked problems", strengthening sense of place, disruption to scents of place, social prescribing, medicalisation of the human condition and urbanisation.
The human authored collection, written from a boat-access and solar power only location (i.e. with no road and no main electric grid) was written during two National States of Emergency, one of which was also a Global Health Emergency. The collection presents new perspectives on the importance of nature and culture to our identity, wellbeing and adapting to the future. The anthology will be essential for cross-cultural leadership teams designing for adaptation. Readers will embark on a journey of growth and self-discovery, emerging wiser and stronger for it.
Following the book launch it was also a feature for Earth Day 2024.
What those who have read the book say
"...a real gem.." ~ from the USA
"...many parts resonate with me..." ~ from the USA
"It really made me think!" "...clear-eyed and balanced..." ~ from Australia
"...human-made...without AI-authorship.." ~ from NZ
".. so descriptive, filled with nuances, the language is wonderful. It is VERY thought-provoking and impactful!" ~ from NZ
"... a refreshing read!" ~ from NZ
"...Also, it brings together Art & Science!" ~ from NZ
"...very clever...unfurled organically!" ~ from NZ
"A book written by the sun and from the heart!" ~ from NZ
"...brilliant book of essays..." ~ from the UK
"...must have taken courage to write...!" from several USA and NZ readers
Learn more through our podcasts and what others say. Dr Early is also a former Airmid Ambassador
Have you watched the 2 min. Tale of Two Forests?
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