The Preservation of Species

Focusing on the transformative value of wild species, the book argues for the preservation of natural environments by highlighting their ability to uplift the human spirit. Bryan G. Norton critiques traditional rationales for species preservation, which often center on limited human needs or contentious intrinsic values. Instead, he proposes that wild species possess worth through their capacity to change human values, offering a fresh perspective on the importance of ecosystems and biodiversity in contemporary society.