“Stories of forest resilience can inspire confidence in the ability of ecosystems to adapt to challenging conditions, a capacity developed through millions of years of gradual evolution. However, for the past century, we have subjected our common home to extremely rapid pressures and changes, which may exceed the natural resilience of ecosystems.”
Giorgio Vacchiano, using simple, linear, and flowing writing, explains how woods and forests possess an extraordinary capacity for adaptation, especially when faced with what ecology calls “disturbance”: fires, floods, and eruptions. He describes this natural resilience, developed over millions of years of slow evolution, which, however, may no longer be sufficient given the pressures and extremely rapid changes our common home has experienced over the past century.
Pages: 224, Paperback | EAN: 9788804787334
La resilienza del bosco (Forest Resilience) weaves together anecdotes from the author’s life, offering insights into forestry and ecology. From page to page, chapter to chapter, we follow the journey of a young researcher constantly seeking answers to the questions posed by the environment, as he travels across the USA, Canada, Patagonia, Pollino National Park, and the Paneveggio Forest, ultimately becoming an Associate Professor at the University of Milan.
An expert in forest management, he also focuses on urban green landscapes. Plants are invaluable in protecting against rising atmospheric CO2 levels and serve as an effective defense against extreme rainfall events. Trees help slow runoff and prevent the overloading of hydraulic systems.
Credits
Author: Anna Lacci is a science communicator and expert in environmental education, sustainability, and place-based teaching. She is the author of documentaries, nature books, workbooks, interdisciplinary teaching resources, and multimedia informational materials.
Translated by Maria Antonietta Sessa
