Ben A. Minteer Livres

A stunning combination of landscape photography and thematic essays exploring how the concept of wilderness has evolved over time

Exploring the pragmatic foundations of American environmentalism, this study highlights the contributions of influential figures such as Liberty Hyde Bailey, Lewis Mumford, Benton MacKaye, and Aldo Leopold. It examines their ideas and practices, suggesting how these historical perspectives can inspire a contemporary, civic-minded approach to environmentalism, encouraging active community engagement and responsibility towards ecological issues.

Ben A. Minteer calls for reflection on the ethical dilemmas of species loss and recovery in an increasingly human-driven world. He probes the tension between our impulse to do whatever it takes and the risk of pursuing strategies that undermine our broader commitment to the preservation of wildness.