“History is not truth versus falsehoods, but a mixture of both, a mélange of tendencies, reactions, dreams, errors, and power plays. What's important is what we make of it; its moral use. By writing history, we can widen readers' thinking and deepen their sympathies in every direction. Perhaps history should show us not how to control the world, but how to enlarge, deepen, and discipline ourselves.”
This book delves into the historical context of the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II, focusing on the lives of individuals confined in a relocation camp known as Heart Mountain. The narrative provides a poignant look at the challenges and resilience of those affected by this significant event in American history. more
Gretel Ehrlich is an American writer known for her profound insights into the relationship between humans and the natural world. Her works are typically presented in the form of poetry and prose, exploring the complex relationship between humans and the natural world. more
“Islands are reminders of arrivals and departures.”
“There is nothing in nature that can't be taken as a sign of both mortality and invigoration.”
“I believe we owe our young an education that captures the exhilarating drama of science.”