“Two-legged creatures we are supposed to love as we love ourselves. The four-legged, also, can come to seem pretty important. But six legs are too many from the human standpoint.”
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The Best Nature Writing of Joseph Wood Krutch
This volume gathers selected writings from Joseph Wood Krutch, a noted American naturalist and literary critic. The essays focus on his observations of wildlife, landscapes, and the changing seasons, often blending scientific curiosity with philosophical contemplation. Krutch's prose emphasizes the value of direct experience with nature and critiques modern society's detachment from the environment. The collection draws from his works published primarily in the mid-20th century, reflecting his perspective on conservation and the human relationship with the natural world. more
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