“As dawn leaks into the sky it edits out the stars like excess punctuation marks, deleting asterisks and periods, commas, and semi-colons, leaving only unhinged thoughts rotating and pivoting, and unsecured words.”
Quote by Ann Zwinger
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Downcanyon: A Naturalist Explores the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon
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Ann Zwinger
Ann Zwinger was an American author known for her profound insights into the natural world and her unique literary style. Her works often revolve around themes of nature, exploring the relationship between humans and the natural world. Born on March 12, 1925, and passing away in 2014, Ann Zwinger's career spanned various genres, including nature writing, science writing, and children's literature. more
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