The ragged edge of the world

Eugene Linden explores the critical juncture where humanity's expansion meets the last untouched wildlands and indigenous cultures. Drawing on forty years of experience, Linden recounts his adventures at this volatile frontier, witnessing the dramatic transformations brought by money, development, and modern ideas. From the jungles of Vietnam and Borneo to the changing ecosystems of the Antarctic, he reveals the profound costs of our disappearing natural and cultural heritage.