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“Art should return to its roots, to cosmology, to rite, and to ceremony. The religious nature of art is its true meaning. Modern art's commitment to "emotion" and "feeling" or to abstract principles of design is, by Pleistocene standards, a sacrilegious act, just as narcotics belong not in a recreational but in a religious setting. In most small-scale societies there is regular dialogue on divinatory and dream experience that gets translated into art.”

Quote by Paul Shepard

Work

Coming Home to the Pleistocene

This book delves into the challenges and triumphs of ancient humans as they navigate a Pleistocene landscape, offering insights into their way of life and resilience. more

Author

Paul Shepard
Paul Shepard

Paul Shepard was an American author known for his profound insights into the relationship between humans and nature. His works explored the connections between human culture, ecology, and religious beliefs, influencing later ecological literature. more

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