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James Schaefer
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​   Professor of Biology
​    Trent University

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Understand.
Conserve.
Inspire.

As an ecologist, my goals are straightforward:
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Understand the natural world through the lens of science.
​Conserve biodiversity with the help of that scientific knowledge.
Inspire the next generation to do so.

Two Houses of Oikos

A book published by Moon Willow Press
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​The 21st century represents the Age of the Environment.  For the first time in the planet's history, one species has achieved the might of a geophysical force.

Two Houses of Oikos is a journey through this pivotal age.  It is an exploration of our relationship with science, the environment, economy, and living things.  The book assumes its title from the Greek, oikos, meaning 'house', the linguistic roots of both 'ecology' and 'economy'.  This common etymology underscores the significance of both houses for human well-being, now and into the future.


Praise for Two Houses of Oikos:
 
"A great collection ... crisp, entertaining, and very good fun to read."

— Stuart Pimm, Doris Duke Professor of Conservation, Duke University

"Timely and insightful ... told in clear and imaginative prose...​ makes for excellent company on any vacation of the mind."

— Midwest Book Review

​"From bite-sized appetizers to full meaty entrees, ​the book is fun and eye-opening."

— Jeff Wells, Senior Scientist, Boreal Songbird Initiative
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Two Houses of Oikos is now free.  Download the digital copy at ResearchGate.





Contact

James Schaefer
Department of Biology
Trent University
2140 East Bank Drive
Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

K9L 1Z8

Twitter: @JamesASchaefer

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