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“In the evenings the boat spun on its anchor and mist fell to its knees, raining directly into seawater. Trees grew on red buoys, bald eagles lifted out of dark trunks like white-steepled chapels, a raven ate a crab in the boat's crow's nest, and schools of herring, who sometimes migrate in rolled-up balls five or six inches thick, broad-jumped the incoming tide.”

Quote by Gretel Ehrlich

Book:A Match to the Heart: One Woman's Story of Being Struck By Lightning

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A Match to the Heart: One Woman's Story of Being Struck By Lightning

This memoir offers a candid look into the life-altering event of being struck by lightning and the subsequent journey of healing and self-discovery. The author shares her experiences, emotions, and the challenges she faced, providing readers with a unique perspective on resilience and the human spirit. more

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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

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