Interrogating Travel : Guidance from a Reluctant Tourist / Paul Lindholdt.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lindholdt, Paul J., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Tourism--Environmental aspects.

Tourism.

Sustainable tourism.

Travel--Environmental aspects.

Travel.

Lindholdt, Paul J--Travel.

Lindholdt, Paul J.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (315 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Baton Rouge : Louisiana State University Press, [2023]

Summary:

Paul Lindholdt's 'Interrogating Travel' explores the multifaceted impacts of travel on both individuals and the environment. Addressing topics such as sustainable travel, climate change, and the cultural aspects of tourism, Lindholdt critiques the often romanticized views of travel. He delves into historical and contemporary perspectives, drawing on figures like Emerson, Thoreau, and modern climate activists. The book discusses the environmental consequences of increased tourism and the philosophical musings on the nature of travel and its effects on human behavior. Aimed at both travel enthusiasts and environmentalists, the book challenges readers to reconsider the true value and impact of travel in the modern world. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Dedication

Contents

INTRODUCTION

among the beloved

1. THE SPRAY AND THE SLAMMING SEA

2. PADDLING LAKE MISSOULA

3. THE SECURITY OF DIRT

4. SHRUB-STEPPE, POTHOLE, PONDEROSA PINE

5. THE TRUMPETS OF SOLITUDE

6. ECSTASY, EUPHORIA, TRANSPORT

among the predatory

7. BRONCOS IN THE SALON

8. MY CLIMATE CHANGE

9. SURVIVOR TREE

10. SHOOTERS AND THE TOOLS THEY USE

11. HAWK WATCHING

12. TIDINGS FROM THE VIRUS

among the indigenous

13. TRACKING CAPTAIN COOK

14. A MAYAN APOCALYPSE

15. LOVED BADLY ON YOUR BANK

16. NOMADS OF THE SEA

17. ISLAND TIME

18. MAKING LANDFALL

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

SELECTED REFERENCES AND NOTES Generated by AI.

Notes:

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Includes bibliographical references.

ISBN:

9780807180198

OCLC:

1378771044