The eruption of Mount St. Helens in 1980, initially viewed as a catastrophic event, became a pivotal moment for ecologists seeking to understand ecological recovery. A team, led by forest scientist Jerry Franklin, discovered vibrant life emerging just weeks after the disaster, challenging preconceived notions about recovery times. Eric Wagner's narrative explores this unexpected resilience, showcasing the diverse flora and fauna that thrived in the aftermath and reshaping ecological theories on recovery from destruction.
Eric Wagner Book order






- 2020
- 2020
An Insider's Guide to Robert Anton Wilson
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
A fair and balanced look at the writing of Robert Anton Wilson and its relationship with the Kaballah, Finnegans Wake, General Semantics, Quantum Mechanics, Ezra Pound, The Wizard of Oz, Aleister Crowley, and a zillion other subjects. Whether you are a newcomer or already familiar with Dr. Wilson's work, welcome to the Weird and Wonderful World of Wilson. This book provides many pointers to ways people can deepen their understanding of the fields which shaped Dr. Wilson's world-view.
- 2018
Penguins in the Desert
- 216 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Every year, hundreds of thousands of Magellanic penguins gather to breed at Punta Tombo, Argentina, along a windswept edge of the Patagonian desert, and for more than three decades, biologist Dee Boersma has joined them. Penguins in the Desert follows both the penguins and Boersma through a season of their remarkable lives.
- 2013
Shutting Up
Listening to Your Employees, Leading by Example, and Maximizing Productivity
- 228 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Focusing on the challenges faced by new managers, this book highlights the common pitfalls of ineffective communication and lack of essential management skills. It addresses how many are promoted from front-line roles without adequate training, leading to struggles in team engagement, productivity, and overall success. The author emphasizes the need for better listening and interaction skills, as well as advanced techniques for improving worker performance and customer relations, to foster a more effective management approach.