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Turtle Island

This book explores themes of survival, environmentalism, and the consequences of human actions on the natural world. more

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Gary Snyder
Gary Snyder

Gary Snyder is an influential American poet born on May 8, 1930. His poetry, deeply influenced by nature and Zen Buddhism, is considered one of the leading figures in American environmental poetry. more

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