“What the Indians are saying is that they are recognizing the right of wilderness to be wilderness. Wilderness is not an extension of human need or of human justification. It is itself and it is inviolate, itself. This does not mean that, therefore, we become separated from it, because we don't. We stay connected if, once in our lives, we learn exactly what that connection is between our heart, our womb, our mind, and wilderness. And when each of us has her wilderness within her, we can be together in a balanced kind of way. The forever, we have that within us.”
Quote by Paula Gunn Allen
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Off the Reservation: Reflections on Boundary-busting Border-crossing Loose Canons
This book delves into the theme of boundary-busting, exploring the lives and perspectives of those who challenge conventional limits in their personal and professional endeavors. It offers insights into the challenges and rewards of crossing borders and breaking free from societal norms. more
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Paula Gunn Allen
Paula Gunn Allen was an American poet known for her profound understanding and engagement with Native American culture. Her poetry blends Native American mythology with modern poetic techniques, showcasing rich imagination and profound emotion. more
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