Embrace Fearlessly the Burning World : Essays

Embrace Fearlessly the Burning World: Essays is a profound collection by the late Barry Lopez, an esteemed environmentalist and explorer whose writing resonates with the essence of nature and humanity.

This remarkable compilation serves as a poignant farewell and a testament to Lopez's enduring legacy, featuring previously unpublished works from his final months. Within this engaging anthology, Lopez masterfully intertwines personal narratives with insightful political observations, creating a rich tapestry of emotions that encompass both pain and wonder.

In Embrace Fearlessly the Burning World: Essays, readers are invited to journey alongside Lopez as he:

• Revisits cherished childhood memories from New York and California.
• Shares insightful observations from his expeditions studying wildlife and marine life.
• Reflects on transformative journeys to breathtaking locations, including Antarctica.
• Contemplates the profound influence of vast landscapes on the human experience.

Lopez’s writing pays homage to significant mentors, including Indigenous elders and scientific luminaries, who profoundly shaped his understanding of the natural world. His candid reflections on life’s cycles and his own mortality deeply resonate, addressing pressing environmental issues our planet faces today.

This collection is prefaced by Rebecca Solnit, who articulates Lopez's exceptional awareness of the world’s beauty and complexity. Embrace Fearlessly the Burning World is not merely a book; it is an invitation to explore intricate connections between humanity and nature through the eyes of one of our greatest chroniclers.