

Whitney Barlow Robles, "Curious Species: How Animals Made Natural History" (Yale UP, 2023)
Sep 13, 2024
Whitney Barlow Robles, an author focusing on the intertwining of animals and natural history, takes listeners on a fascinating journey through her new book. She delves into how creatures like corals and rattlesnakes shaped our understanding of the world. Robles discusses the legacy of 18th-century naturalists, underscoring the importance of revisiting outdated frameworks. Personal anecdotes enrich her narrative, revealing the humorous and serious aspects of researching animals while emphasizing the critical role they play in addressing today's environmental crises.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Intro
00:00 • 4min
Journey Through Natural History
04:20 • 14min
Corals: Resilience and Recovery
17:55 • 5min
Bridging Past and Present: The Interplay of Historical and Modern Animal Studies
23:07 • 5min
Rattlesnakes and Reflections
28:23 • 6min
Interconnections of History and Science
34:37 • 16min