Amphibious Soul - Finding the Wild in a Tame World

"An important book that will transform how we think about being human. ... that will inspire hope."--Jane Goodall How can we reclaim the soul-deepening wildness that grounds us and energizes us when so much of the modern world seems designed to tame us? In this thrilling memoir of a life spent exploring the most incredible places on Earth--from the Great African Seaforest to the crocodile lairs of the Okavango Delta--Craig Foster reveals how we can attend to the earthly beauty around us and deepen our love for all living things, whether we make our homes in the country, the city, or anywhere in between. Foster explores his struggles to remain present to life when a disconnection from nature and the demands of his professional life begin to deaden his senses. And his own reliance on nature''s rejuvenating spiritual power is put to the test when catastrophe strikes close to home. Foster''s lyrical, riveting Amphibious Soul draws on his decades of daily ocean dives, wisdom from Indigenous teachers, and leading-edge science. Includes a beautiful four-color tracking journal with Foster''s photographs and a QR code leading to 27 films that captured key moments in the book.

About the author

Craig Foster is one of the world’s leading natural history filmmakers and co-founder of the Sea Change Project. He won the Academy Award for Best Documentary for My Octopus Teacher, and has created over 100 films and documentaries in addition to his photography. He lives in South Africa.

Product details

• Authors: Craig Foster
• Publisher: Harper Collins Usa
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 16.04.2025
• EAN: 9780063289031
• ISBN: 978-0-06-328903-1
• No. of pages: 320
• Dimensions: 135 mm x 203 mm x 18 mm
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Biology > Ecology; SELF-HELP: Spiritual, SELF-HELP: Personal Growth / Happiness, BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY: Adventurers & Explorers, ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES: PHILOSOPHY & RELIGION, NATURE: Ecosystems & Habitats / Oceans & Seas, NATURE: Environmental Conservation & Protection, NATURE: Animals / Marine Life, NATURE: Animals / Fish, SCIENCE: Life Sciences / Marine Biology, HEALTH & FITNESS: Alternative Therapies, BODY, MIND & SPIRIT: Nature Therapy, HEALTH & FITNESS: Mental Health, NATURE: Ecosystems & Habitats / Coastal Regions & Shorelines, NATURE: Animals / Reptiles & Amphibians, PHILOSOPHY: Environmental