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Islands, The Universe, Home
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Gretel Ehrlichs World Is One Of Isolation And Wonder, Of Pain And Grace, And These Elements Ignite Her Vivid Imagination. She Writes Of Ravens And Elk And Prairie Dogs, And Eagles Falling Out Of The Sky. She Tells Of A Voyage Of Discovery In Northern Japan, Where She Finds Her Bridge To Heaven. She Captures A Light Moving Down A Mountain Slope. One Evening There Is A Contrapuntal Dance Of Death: A Calf She Has Tried To Save, And A Friend And Mentor Both Die. She Remembers What A Painter Once Told Her When She Was Twelve Years Old, As He Was Painting Her Portrait: You Have To Mix Death Into Everything. Then You Have To Mix Life Into That. If They Are Not There I Try To Mix Them. Otherwise, The Painting Wont Be Human.Through These Explorations, In Prose That Is Supple And Muscular And Evocative, Ehrlich Begins To Understand Her Own Longings, Her Own Nature, And The Relatedness Of Her Life To The Universe.A Volume Of Ten Deep, Wandering Essays That At Times Are So Pointblank Vital You Nearly Need To Put Down The Book To Settle Yourself. Peter Stack, San Francisco ChronicleHer Essays, Delicately Combining Interior And Exterior Exploration, Are As Spare And Beautiful As The Landscape From Which Theyve Grown... Each One Is A Pilgrimage Into The Secrets Of The Heart. Andrea Barrett, The Cleveland Plain Dealers
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the central theme of 'Islands, the Universe, Home'? A: The central theme of 'Islands, the Universe, Home' revolves around the exploration of isolation and wonder, blending personal experiences with reflections on nature and existence.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Islands, the Universe, Home' is Gretel Ehrlich, known for her evocative prose and deep explorations of the human experience.
- Q: How many essays are included in this book? A: The book contains ten essays that delve into various aspects of life, nature, and personal discovery.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Islands, the Universe, Home'? A: The book was published on October 1, 1992.
- Q: What is the book's binding type? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Islands, the Universe, Home' have? A: The book has a total of 208 pages.
- Q: What kind of writing style does Gretel Ehrlich use in this book? A: Gretel Ehrlich's writing style in this book is described as supple, muscular, and evocative, effectively capturing both interior and exterior explorations.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in nature writing? A: Yes, readers interested in nature writing will find 'Islands, the Universe, Home' particularly engaging due to its rich descriptions of natural landscapes and the author's reflections on them.
- Q: Are there any notable reviews for this book? A: Yes, notable reviews include praise for the essays' beauty and vitality, highlighting their ability to evoke deep emotional responses.
- Q: What can readers expect to gain from reading 'Islands, the Universe, Home'? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into their own longings and nature through Ehrlich's explorative essays that connect personal experiences with universal themes.