The Silver Lining: The Benefits of Natural Disasters by Seth R. Reice
Thursday, October 9, at 6 p.m.
When confronted with the destruction and human suffering of natural disasters such as Hurricane Katrina or the South Asian tsunami, people want to know if measures can be taken to prevent such environmental and societal damage. A contrary view advocates that such devastation is necessary and beneficial for ecosystems. In The Silver Lining: The Benefits of Natural Disasters, Seth R. Reice argues that the effects of natural disasters represent stages of essential processes for species and habitat renewal. Should we save an old-growth forest or let it burn? What form (if any) should river system flood protection take? Come to our One Book program of The Silver Lining on Thursday, October 9, at 6 p.m. for what is sure to be a lively discussion.
6 p.m. Welcome reception - Main Reading Room, Linda Hall Library
6:30 p.m. Lecture: The Role of Fire in Missouri's Natural Communities by Larry Rizzo, Natural History Biologist, Missouri Department of Conservation
7 p.m. Book discussion
This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required, but seating may be limited. To ensure your seat, please R.S.V.P. by emailing Jenny Bruenger at bruengej@lindahall.org or calling (816) 926-8725.
Monday, September 29, 2008
OCTOBER PERIODIC ROUNDTABLE BOOK DISCUSSION
Rocket Boys: A Memoir by Homer H. Hickam, Jr.
October 27, 2008 at 6 p.m.
The book discussion will be facilitated by Linda Hall Library Reference Librarian Jenny Bruenger. Rocket Boys is a story about growing up at the dawn of the Space Age. Stunned and excited by Russia's launch of the Sputnik satellite, and awe-struck by the work of physicist and astronautics engineer Werner von Braun, fourteen-year old Hickam is inspired to put together a team of boys to practice amateur rocketry in his hometown of Coalwood, West Virginia. Rocket Boys is an all-American story of determination, teamwork, and hope that has inspired many. The book has been translated into eight languages and is studied in over 300 schools.
This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required, but seating may be limited. To ensure your seat, please R.S.V.P. by emailing Jenny Bruenger at bruengej@lindahall.org or calling (816) 926-8725.
October 27, 2008 at 6 p.m.
The book discussion will be facilitated by Linda Hall Library Reference Librarian Jenny Bruenger. Rocket Boys is a story about growing up at the dawn of the Space Age. Stunned and excited by Russia's launch of the Sputnik satellite, and awe-struck by the work of physicist and astronautics engineer Werner von Braun, fourteen-year old Hickam is inspired to put together a team of boys to practice amateur rocketry in his hometown of Coalwood, West Virginia. Rocket Boys is an all-American story of determination, teamwork, and hope that has inspired many. The book has been translated into eight languages and is studied in over 300 schools.
This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required, but seating may be limited. To ensure your seat, please R.S.V.P. by emailing Jenny Bruenger at bruengej@lindahall.org or calling (816) 926-8725.
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