Science, Soul, and the Spirit of Nature : Bear & Company : 9781591430551 : 1591430550 : 27 Oct 2005 : An exploration of the relationship between humans and nature through conversations with 12 leading scientific and social visionaries ? Explores the importance of the unification of humankind and nature as it relates to creation, destruction, diversity, and the spiritual health of the world ? Contains interviews with Rupert Sheldrake, Jane Goodall, and Nobel Peace Prize-winner Rigoberta Menchú Tum, among others Society's attitude toward nature has changed considerably over the years. Terms pertaining to the anthropocentric paradigm of "mankind in charge," such as supervisor or owner, have been replaced by caretaker or trustee. This approach, although more appropriate, still indicates a complete separation of humankind from nature. Yet increasing numbers of people have begun to feel that they are intrinsically part of nature. This concept of unity with the natural world--that we are n