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“A narrative about the world is always a tool - a rough map with which to navigate the complex territory of reality. But the map cannot be mistaken for the territory: if that happens you get stuck in your story, and the story - rather than the reality it points to - begins to dictate your actions.”

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Paul Kingsnorth
Paul Kingsnorth

Paul Kingsnorth, born in 1972, is a renowned British writer whose works span across novels, poetry, and essays. His writing is known for its profound ecological awareness and unique literary style. more

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