Easter Island, Earth Island

Rapa Nui is presented in this book through its history, legends and culture, the latest archaeological discoveries, and investigations of it’s ecology and environment.
Where did the islanders come from, the different phases of their development, and finally how the overexploitation of resources led them into decline. Paul Bahn and John Flenley, two of the most respected researchers in Rapa Nui studies, present the important message that the island teaches us, uncovering the worrying parallels between its history and our present-day negligent lack of consideration for the fragile natural environment. In short, they show us that Rapa Nui is a reflection of the planet Earth.