“In a swamp, as in meditation, you begin to glimpse how elusive, how inherently insubstantial, how fleeting our thoughts are, our identities. There is magic in this moist world, in how the mind lets go, slips into sleepy water, circles and nuzzles the banks of palmetto and wild iris, how it seeps across dreams, smears them into the upright world, rots the wood of treasure chests, welcomes the body home.”
Quote by Barbara Hurd
Work
Stirring the Mud: On Swamps, Bogs, and Human Imagination
In 'Stirring the Mud: On Swamps, Bogs, and Human Imagination,' the author delves into the ecological and psychological aspects of these wetland environments, analyzing their representation in literature, art, and popular culture. The book investigates the mystique and fear associated with swamps and bogs, and how they have shaped human perceptions and stories over time. more
Author
Barbara Hurd
Barbara Hurd, born in 1949, is an American author known for her unique literary style and profound depiction of the natural environment. Her works often blend poetry, prose, and observations of nature, showcasing her unique insights and emotional experiences of the natural world. more
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