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Embrace Fearlessly the Burning World: Essays is a profound collection by the late Barry Lopez, an esteemed environmentalist and explorer whose pen captured the essence of nature and humanity. This remarkable compilation serves not only as a farewell but also as a testament to his enduring legacy, featuring previously unpublished works created in his final months.
Within this engaging anthology, Lopez weaves together personal narratives and poignant political observations, offering a rich tapestry of emotions that encompass both pain and wonder. Through his essays, readers are invited to journey alongside him as he:
Lopez’s writing pays homage to mentors, including Indigenous elders and scientific luminaries, who shaped his understanding of the natural world. His candid reflections on life’s cycles and his own mortality resonate deeply, addressing the 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 just a book; it is an invitation to explore the intricate connections between humanity and nature through the eyes of one of our greatest chroniclers.
ISBN: | 9781912559558 |
Author: | Barry Lopez |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Notting Hill Editions |
Publisher: | Notting Hill Editions |
Dimensions: | 215 x 138 x 29 mm |
Publication Date: | 05 February, 2023 |
Pagination: | 328 pages |
Weight: | 430g |
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Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’