“We are here to witness. There is nothing else to do with those mute materials we do not need. Until Larry teaches his stone to talk, until God changes his mind, or until the pagan gods slip back to their hilltop groves, all we can do with the whole inhuman array is watch it.”
Quote by Annie Dillard
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Teaching a Stone to Talk: Expeditions and Encounters
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into the intricate relationship between language and human experience. It examines the complexities of communication across different cultures and contexts, often through the lens of expeditions and encounters with diverse societies. more
Author
Annie Dillard
Annie Dillard is an American author known for her unique writing style and profound observations of nature. Born on April 30, 1945, she has written several notable works, including 'Pilgrim at Tinker Creek' and 'Under the Sun'. more
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