Steen, Pamela

Susanne Thürigen (Ed.), Daniel Hess (Ed.), Alexandra Böhm (Ed.)

Hello Nature: Wie wollen wir zusammenleben?

The book accompanying the exhibition ‘Hello Nature. How best to live with you?’ explores mankind's enduring engagement with nature, shaped by the conflicting dynamics of subjugation, dangers and conservation. In what ways have humans shaped nature? What limits does nature set for humans? And: How can we create a new form of coexistence? Tracing an arc from prehistory and early history to the present reveals the extent to which culture has informed our perception of and interaction. In order to master the current ecological crises, a cultural change is also necessary. We need new visions, images and narratives in order to develop a sustainable coexistence between humans and nature.