“Wildness It is perennially within us, dormant as a hard-shelled seed, awaiting the fire or flood that awakes it again.”
Quote by Gary Snyder
Work
The Practice of the Wild
This book delves into the intricate relationship between individuals and the environment, offering insights into the transformative power of nature and the importance of living in harmony with the wild. more
Author
Gary Snyder
Gary Snyder is an influential American poet born on May 8, 1930. His poetry, deeply influenced by nature and Zen Buddhism, is considered one of the leading figures in American environmental poetry. more
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