{"title":"Jennifer Grenz","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the insightful works of Jennifer Grenz, a distinguished author whose writings delve deep into the realms of \u003cem\u003eBiography\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eMemoir\u003c\/em\u003e. Her thoughtful narratives invite readers on a journey of self-discovery and connection with the world around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn her notable book, \u003cem\u003eMedicine Wheel for the Planet\u003c\/em\u003e, Grenz weaves her profound knowledge and experiences into a tapestry of understanding and healing. This compelling work explores the intricate balance between humanity and nature, offering readers valuable perspectives on how these connections shape our lives and the world at large.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJennifer Grenz's books are perfect for those seeking to enhance their comprehension of personal growth, cultural wisdom, and environmental sustainability. Her authorial voice brings a unique blend of insight and inspiration, ensuring that each page resonates with authenticity and introspection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"medicine-wheel-for-the-planet-by-jennifer-grenz-9781517916466","title":"Medicine Wheel for the Planet","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA personal journey of bringing together Western science and Indigenous ecology to transform our understanding of the human role in healing our planet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eI used to be an ecologist. . . . Now, I am a community gatherer, working to help bring healing beyond just the land. I am a story-listener. I am a storyteller. I am a shaper of ecosystems. I work on bringing communities together, in circle, to listen to each other.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA farm kid at heart, and a Nlaka'pamux woman of mixed ancestry, Dr. Jennifer Grenz always felt a deep connection to the land. However, after nearly two decades of working as a restoration ecologist in the Pacific Northwest, she became frustrated that despite the best efforts of her colleagues and numerous volunteers, they weren't making the meaningful change needed for plant, animal, and human communities to adapt to a warming climate. Restoration ecology is grounded in an idea that we must return the natural world to an untouched, pristine state, placing humans in a godlike role—a notion at odds with Indigenous histories of purposeful, reciprocal interaction with the environment. This disconnect sent Dr. Grenz on a personal journey of joining her head (Western science) and her heart (Indigenous worldview) to find a truer path toward ecological healing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eMedicine Wheel for the Planet,\u003c\/em\u003e building on sacred stories, field observations, and her own journey, Dr. Grenz invites readers to share in the teachings of the four directions of the medicine wheel: the North, which draws upon the knowledge and wisdom of elders; the East, where we let go of colonial narratives and see with fresh eyes; the South, where we apply new-old worldviews to envision a way forward; and the West, where a relational approach to land reconciliation is realized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEloquent, inspiring, and disruptive, \u003cem\u003eMedicine Wheel for the Planet\u003c\/em\u003e circles around an argument that we need more than a singular worldview to protect the planet and make the significant changes we are running out of time for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46844614050028,"sku":"9781517916466","price":62.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11929543482728.jpg?v=1758848043"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/jennifer-grenz.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}