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“I carry the landscape inside me like an ache. The story of who I am cannot be severed from the story of the flatwoods.”

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Janisse Ray
Janisse Ray

Janisse Ray, born on February 2, 1962, is an American writer known for her focus on nature, the environment, and the relationship between humans and nature. Ray is renowned for her profound insights into the natural world and her strong advocacy for environmental protection. more

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