Last Child in the Woods

Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder

De: Richard Louv

Narrado por: Jonathan Hogan

New York Times and Washington Post contributor Richard Louv is the widely respected author of seven previous books. In Last Child in the Woods, Louv illustrates how the alienation of today's children from nature can lead to a host of childhood disorders - and he offers effective methods for healing this rift.©2005 Richard Louv (P)2007 Recorded Books

AWEsome

I learned this book several years ago in my Master's training. Here I am many years forward and continue to reference this book for inspiration. I have incorporated Ecopsychology within my practice years before I ever heard of the phrase Ecotherapy. I enjoy this book as a grounding agent and as a tool to reinspire my work with children. Listen for the benefit of learning what the benefits of outdoors are on our everyday life and how she can impact wellness. Enjoy.

Crucial

The point is repeating, but necessary. This book will remind you of your disconnection with nature, make you more present as to protecting it; and if you have children, want to protect their ability to connect with nature.

Good ain’t bad

It wasn’t very captivating for me though I did enjoy it quite a bit. Pretty good.

A must read

A wonderful book, with lots of data and reasoning! A must read for every parent!

Inspirational!

Great context and story telling. Highly recommended if you are trying to understand the importance of nature.

A Case for Closer Interactions with Nature

Where does Last Child in the Woods rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This book isn't especially groundbreaking, but it was enjoyable, and inspiring. This book is definitely in the top 25% of what I've listened to.

What other book might you compare Last Child in the Woods to and why?

In many ways, this book is a complement to what I've read by Michael Pollan. Where Pollan focuses on the food system, this book approaches nature as a foundational component of our life, learning, and happiness.

Which character – as performed by Jonathan Hogan – was your favorite?

Jon Hogan was a worthy narrator.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

This book helped me to reminisce about experiences in my past, and in my childhood. It is definitely a reflective work.

great

such a great book! if you are interested in conservation this is the book for you!

great read

its eye opening but I couldnt help feel that this book could of been a bit condescend it dragged a bit but it was a great read.

Enlightening

I enjoyed listening to this books while I did other tasks at home. it made me deeply grateful to grow up surrounded by nature and determined to give my children the same opportunities. The author does an excellent job at explaining things in a way that grabs the attention. The narrator also kept his voice animated so the subject did not seem dry.

A Good Reminder for Us All

Richard Louv’s "Last Child in the Woods" may have been published 20 years ago, but its message is more urgent now than ever. Louv brilliantly explores the growing disconnect between children and nature, coining the term nature-deficit disorder to describe the consequences of a society increasingly detached from the outdoors.

In a world dominated by screens, structured schedules, and urban sprawl, kids today spend far less time outside than previous generations and it’s taking a toll on their physical and mental well-being. Louv presents compelling research and real-life examples that highlight how unstructured play in nature fosters creativity, confidence, and overall health. His book is both a wake-up call and a hopeful guide, offering practical solutions for parents, educators, and communities to reconnect with the natural world.

But Last Child in the Woods isn’t just about children; it’s a reminder for all of us, adults included, that spending time in nature is essential. Louv’s writing inspires a sense of awe and wonder, urging us to step away from our screens and into the wild spaces that heal, teach, and restore us.

If you care about the well-being of future generations or simply long for a deeper connection with the outdoors this book is a must read. It’s a powerful, timeless call to action that will leave you motivated to make nature an integral part of everyday life.