Psychology · 19 min
Underbug
By Lisa Margonelli
Our often-contradictory relationship with insects reveals more about human nature, our drive for control, and our place in the natural world than it does about the bugs themselves.
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Psychology
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19 min
What it is about
Human-nature relationship, ecological awareness, psychology of control
Who it is for
If you've ever felt a quiet tension between your desire for order and nature's persistent, messy reality a new lens on human behavior, and this will help you see what to do next.
The author
Lisa Margonelli, an investigative journalist, meticulously uncovers the hidden systems and human motivations behind our interactions with the natural world, revealing clear insights into our collective psyche.
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