Stefan van Norden in conversation with Jeffrey Ryan -- Nature Revisited

Join author and filmmaker Stefan van Norden, in conversation with Jeffrey Ryan, for a discussion on his new book Nature Revisited!A visually stunning, thought-provoking look at nature through the perspectives of leading authors, scientists, philosophers, gardeners and others who share wisdom about the state of our planet and opportunities for positive change. Richly illustrated by Minnesota artist Mark Granlund, Nature Revisited will be treasured by those stirred by a connection with the world around us and a deeply held concern for where we are headed. Stefan van Norden is a gardener and independent filmmaker. His first film project, Hand of Brick (2013) documents the history of the Densmore Brick Company that operated in Lebanon, N.H. for 175 years. More recently, Stefan directed and produced the film, Negotiating with Nature (2016), a film about our relationship with the natural world. "Since finishing NwN I have felt that it was just the beginning of a wonderful journey, that I wasn't finished with the message or the passion that went into the making of the film". Hence, Nature Revisited, the latest project from Noorden Productions. Stefan’s films have been shown on PBS and at independent theaters across New England.Jeffrey H Ryan is an author, adventurer, photographer, and historian. He has written several books about his outdoor exploits, his fascination with hiking trails and the people and places found just off the beaten path. His debut book, Appalachian Odyssey: A 28-year hike on America’s trail (published by Down East Books in 2016), was hailed by the former Executive Editor of National Geographic as “a classic of nature and travel writing” and set off a national tour (in a 1985 VW camper, no less). When he isn’t writing, researching, hiking, or speaking at various venues, Jeff travels North America in his vintage 1985 VW camper.