So intrigued were we at OnEarth by the underlying concept of Elizabeth Kolbert's essay that we were inspired to keep this fascinating conversation going among our writers, editors, and readers. Throughout the month of December, the regular roster of online columnists (plus a few special guests) at onearth.org will pick up where this piece leaves off, exploring the ways that much of our contemporary thinking on sustainability has been influenced-or ought to be influenced-by wisdom generously handed down to us from previous generations.
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