“The name of our proper connection to the earth is 'good work,' for good work involves much giving of honor. It honors the source of its materials; it honors the place where it is done; it honors the art by which it is done; it honors the thing that it makes and the user of the made thing.”
Quote by Wendell Berry
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Sex, Economy, Freedom & Community: Eight Essays
Sex, Economy, Freedom & Community: Eight Essays is a thought-provoking compilation that examines the intersections of human sexuality, economic systems, personal freedom, and social cohesion. The essays within this volume offer a variety of viewpoints and analyses, encouraging readers to consider the complexities of these subjects in contemporary society. more
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Wendell Berry
Wendell Berry, an American novelist born on August 5, 1934, is renowned for his profound descriptions of rural life and his critical views on modern industrial civilization. more
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