Grand Canyon
- 192bladzijden
- 7 uur lezen
A combination of photographs and text create a unique look at the Grand Canyon's natural vegetation, trails, and wildlife
Craig Childs Boeken
Craig Childs biedt een uniek en intiem perspectief op de natuurlijke wereld en de menselijke ervaring daarin. Zijn schrijfwerk duikt in de diepgaande verbindingen tussen onszelf en de landschappen die we bewonen, en verkent vaak de grens waar wildernis en beschaving elkaar ontmoeten. Door middel van suggestieve proza vangt hij de rauwe schoonheid en de inherente wildheid van de planeet, en nodigt hij lezers uit om hun eigen plaats in het grote weefsel van het bestaan te overdenken. Zijn werk is een bewijs van de blijvende kracht en het mysterie van de natuurlijke wereld.
The Animal Dialogues
- 336bladzijden
- 12 uur lezen
A tour of the hidden world of wild animals offers forty narrative essays on the author's encounters with a variety of species, in a volume that evaluates the behaviors, habitats, and life cycles of such creatures as bighorn sheep, sharks, and peregrine fa
The book is a distinguished winner of the 2013 Orion Book Award, highlighting its exceptional contribution to literature. It explores themes of nature, humanity, and the intricate relationship between the two, offering a thought-provoking narrative that resonates with readers. The author masterfully weaves together personal stories and broader environmental issues, creating a compelling and insightful read that encourages reflection on our place in the world.
Exploring the boundary between wilderness adventure and madness, this book offers a compelling chronicle of human drama and personal reflection. Celebrated as a modern bard of the American Southwest, the author, Craig Childs, captures the unique spirit of the region, earning accolades such as the Spirit of the West Literary Achievement Award. With a narrative that resonates emotionally, it stands alongside notable works in extreme literature, making it a significant addition to the genre.
To whom does the past belong? Is the archeologist who discovers a lost tomb a sort of hero -- or a villain? If someone steals a relic from a museum and returns it to the ruin it came from, is she a thief? Written in his trademark lyrical style, Craig Childs's riveting new book is a ghost story -- an intense, impassioned investigation into the nature of the past and the things we leave behind. We visit lonesome desert canyons and fancy Fifth Avenue art galleries, journey throughout the Americas, Asia, the past and the present. The result is a brilliant book about man and nature, remnants and memory, a dashing tale of crime and detection.
A collection of short vignettes, arranged in rough chronological order, about explorers, miners and assorted characters associated with the Grand Canyon, past and present.
