Keith County Journal
“Keith County Journal” by John Janovy, published by U of Nebraska Press in February 1996, offers a thoughtful exploration of the natural world through the lens of a biologist. This edition spans 210 pages and is presented in English. The book captures Janovy’s experiences with his students as they engage with the diverse ecosystems of Keith County, Nebraska, emphasizing the importance of learning from nature rather than merely studying it.
Readers will find a detailed examination of the intricate relationships among land, animals, and humans, highlighting the significance of even the smallest creatures like termites and snails. Janovy’s observations reflect a deep respect for the environment and its inhabitants, drawing parallels to the philosophical insights of Henry David Thoreau. This work delves into themes of history, nature, and life sciences, inviting readers to appreciate the interconnectedness of all living things.
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To learn from nature, not about nature, was the imperative that took John Janovy Jr. and his students into the sandhills, marshes, grasslands, canyons, lakes, and streams of Keith County in western Nebraska. The biologist explores the web of interrelationships among land, animals, and human beings. Even termites, snails, and barn swallows earn respect and assume significance in the overall scheme of things. Janovy, reminiscent of Henry David Thoreau in his acute powers of observation and search for wisdom, has written a new foreword for this Bison Books edition.John Janovy Jr. is Varner Professor at the School of Biological Sciences, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and director of the Cedar Point Biological Station. He is the author of Back in Keith County and On Becoming a Biologist, also available as Bison Books.
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