Biography

Connie Barlow is a noted science writer, evolutionary educator, and more-than-human ‘grassroots’ climate activist. She and her husband Michael Dowd were once full-time itinerant travelers in North America, spreading the good news of inspiring “Great Story” of evolution. Connie’s first two books were published by MIT Press and her final one, The Ghosts of Evolution, led her directly to founding Torreya Guardians, the citizen group that has been moving the Florida Torreya north, and more dedicated work helping native trees move north in advance of the rapidly shifting climate. A new book published this year titled The Journeys of Trees made Connie a major character in its drama because of her rogue leadership in helping the Florida Torreya tree. 

For more information on Connie Barlow, check out the following resources:

Connie’s website TheGreatStory.org

Writings of Connie Barlow

Connie’s husband Michael Dowd’s website

“Post Doom” Conversations