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“We have reached the end of the road that is built on the set of traits held out for male identity--advance at any cost, pay any price, drive out all competitors, and kill them if necessary.... we have arrived at a point from which we must seek a basis of faith in connection-- and not only faith but recognition that it is a requirement for the existence of human beings.”

Quote by Gary Paul Nabhan

Book:The Geography of Childhood: Why Children Need Wild Places
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The Geography of Childhood: Why Children Need Wild Places

This book delves into the significance of wild spaces in shaping a child's growth, emphasizing the benefits of outdoor play and nature experiences. more

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Gary Paul Nabhan
Gary Paul Nabhan

Gary Paul Nabhan is an American ethnobotanist born on March 17, 1952. He specializes in plant science, ecology, and cultural studies, particularly focusing on desert plants and agricultural diversity. Nabhan's work involves ecological restoration, biodiversity conservation, and the preservation of traditional knowledge. more

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