35 pages • 1 hour read
Richard LouvThe Nature Principle
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2011A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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What is the main thesis statement of The Nature Principle? How does Louv address this thesis throughout the book?
What is social capital and what role does nature play in cultivating our social capital?
How do businesses and the marketplace work for and against the natural environment?
What type of language and tone does Louv include throughout the novel? Does this change from the beginning to the end? What role does his language play?
What role does architecture and urban planning play in addressing nature-deficit disorder?
What effect do the narrative stories add to Louv’s argument? Which story made the biggest impact on your understanding of Louv’s central claim?
Technology is often at odds with our connection with the natural environment. In what ways can technology be used to enhance our connection to the natural environment?
What role does the individual play in restoring our society’s connection with nature?
What type of research is used to support Louv’s ideas throughout the book? How convincing is his supporting research?
Some of Louv’s ideas are controversial. Pick one of his controversial arguments, present both sides, and explain which side you believe.
