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FLIGHT MAPS: Adventures With Nature In Modern America,New
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In five sharply drawn chapters, Flight Maps charts the ways in which Americans have historically made connections and missed connections with nature. Beginning with an extraordinary chapter on the extinction of the Passenger Pigeon and the accompanying belligerent early view of nature's inexhaustibility, Price then moves on to discuss the Audubon Society's founding campaign in the 1890s against the extravagant use of stuffed birds to decorate women's hats. At the heart of the book is an improbable and extremely witty history of the plastic pink flamingo, perhaps the totem of Artifice and Kitsch nevertheless a potent symbol through which to plumb our troublesome yet powerful visions of nature. From here the story of the affluent BabyBoomers begins. Through an examination of the phenomenal success of The Nature Company, TV series such as Northern Exposure and Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman, and the sportutility vehicle craze, the author ruminates on our very American, very urbanized and suburbanized needs, discontents, and desires for meaningful, yet artificially constructed connections to nature. Witty, at times even whimsical, Flight Maps is also a sophisticated and meditative archaeology of Americans' very real and uneasy desire to make nature meaningful in their lives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'FLIGHT MAPS: Adventures With Nature In Modern America'? A: The main theme of 'FLIGHT MAPS' is the exploration of how Americans have connected and disconnected with nature throughout history, focusing on cultural symbols and significant events.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'FLIGHT MAPS' is Jennifer Price, who provides a witty and insightful narrative on the relationship between Americans and nature.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 352 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'FLIGHT MAPS' is published in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'FLIGHT MAPS' published? A: The book was published on April 6, 2000.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in environmental issues? A: Yes, 'FLIGHT MAPS' is suitable for readers interested in environmental issues, as it delves into historical perspectives on nature and American culture.
- Q: What is the significance of the plastic pink flamingo in the book? A: The plastic pink flamingo is used as a symbol to examine American culture's relationship with nature, representing both artifice and a deeper connection to natural themes.
- Q: Does the book include any historical accounts? A: Yes, 'FLIGHT MAPS' includes historical accounts, such as the extinction of the Passenger Pigeon and the founding of the Audubon Society.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of Jennifer Price? A: Readers can expect a writing style that is witty, whimsical, and sophisticated, making complex themes accessible and engaging.
- Q: Is this book a part of a series or a standalone work? A: 'FLIGHT MAPS' is a standalone work and not part of a series.