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Book Synopsis: It's safe to say that few people have lived lives as thoroughly devoted to plants as Peter H. Raven has. The longtime director—now president emeritus—of the Missouri Botanical Garden, author of numerous leading textbooks and several hundred scholarly articles, Raven has been a tireless champion of sustainability and biodiversity, earning him the plaudit of “Hero for the Planet” from Time.
Driven by Nature is the first chronicle of this prominent scientist and conservationist’s life. Moving from his idyllic childhood in the San Francisco of the 1940s to his four decades leading the Missouri Botanical Garden, Raven’s autobiography takes readers across multiple continents and decades. Driven by Nature follows the globetrotting botanist from China to the American Midwest as he works to foster concern for a changing planet, further the cause of biological education, and build the Missouri Botanical Garden into the world-renowned haven for plant life it is today. Raven brings his story into the twenty-first century with a timely epilogue that reinforces the crucial importance of scientific learning, active conservation, and committed activism in the face of a rapidly changing natural world.
Featuring an introduction by the Pulitzer Prize-winning naturalist E. O. Wilson, this beautifully illustrated book should thrill nature lovers, plant enthusiasts, and environmentally-conscious readers looking to take action to preserve our planet’s biodiversity.
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Drive by Nature: A Personal Journey from Shanghai to Botany and Global Sustainability is the captivating chronicle of Peter H. Raven's remarkable life, dedicated to the preservation of our planet's plant life. As the president emeritus of the Missouri Botanical Garden and a leading figure in sustainability and biodiversity, Raven's extensive experience and expertise make this book an invaluable resource for anyone concerned about the future of our environment. With countless scholarly articles and accolades, Raven's journey is one that will inspire and empower readers to take action for global sustainability.
Discover the fascinating life of Peter H. Raven as Driven by Nature takes you on a thrilling adventure across continents and through decades. From his idyllic childhood in 1940s San Francisco to his groundbreaking work in fostering concern for a changing planet, Raven's autobiography offers a unique perspective on the importance of biological education. Experience his journey from China to the heartland of America as he transforms the Missouri Botanical Garden into a world-renowned sanctuary for plant life. Join Raven as he reveals the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and the urgent need to preserve it.
In this beautifully illustrated book, Peter H. Raven shares the story of his personal growth as a botanist and conservationist. With an introduction by Pulitzer Prize-winning naturalist E. O. Wilson, Driven by Nature will transport nature enthusiasts and plant lovers alike into a world of wonder. Delve into the pages and become immersed in the importance of scientific learning, active conservation, and committed activism. This book serves as a wake-up call, reminding us of the pressing need to protect and nurture biodiversity for the sake of future generations.
Take action for our planet's biodiversity and secure your copy of Driven by Nature today. Join Peter H. Raven on his quest to raise awareness and foster change. Embrace the call for scientific learning, conservation, and activism as we face the challenges posed by a rapidly changing natural world. Let Raven's story inspire you to make a difference and preserve the beauty of our planet. Click here to order now and embark on this transformative journey.
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