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“By the time a town is 75 or 100 years old, it may be filled with those who have come to idealize their isolation. Often these are people who never left at all, or fled back to the safety of the town after a try at college a few hundred miles from home, or returned after college regarding the values of the broader, more pluralistic world they had encountered as something to protect themselves and their families from...”

Quote by Kathleen Norris

Book:Dakota: A Spiritual Geography

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Dakota: A Spiritual Geography

This book delves into the profound connection between the Dakota people and their natural surroundings, offering a rich tapestry of narratives and reflections on the spiritual geography of the region. more

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Kathleen Norris

Kathleen Norris is a renowned American poet, born on July 27, 1947. Her poetry is known for its profound religious sentiment and unique personal style, which has earned her a dedicated following. more

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