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Writing for an Endangered World: Literature, Culture, and Environment in the U.S. and Beyond,New
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The environmental imagination does not stop short at the edge of the woods. Nor should our understanding of it, as Lawrence Buell makes powerfully clear in his new book that aims to reshape the field of literature and environmental studies. Emphasizing the influence of the physical environment on individual and collective perception, his book thus provides the theoretical underpinnings for an ecocriticism now reaching full power, and does so in remarkably clear and concrete ways.Writing for an Endangered World offers a conception of the physical environmentwhether built or naturalas simultaneously found and constructed, and treats imaginative representations of it as acts of both discovery and invention. A number of the chapters develop this idea through parallel studies of figures identified with either 'natural' or urban settings: John Muir and Jane Addams; Aldo Leopold and William Faulkner; Robinson Jeffers and Theodore Dreiser; Wendell Berry and Gwendolyn Brooks. Focusing on nineteenth and twentiethcentury writers, but ranging freely across national borders, his book reimagines city and country as a single complex landscape.
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- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: This book has three hundred seventy-eight pages. It's a comprehensive exploration of literature, culture, and environmental themes.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding. The paperback format makes it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: What are the dimensions of this book? A: The dimensions of this book are six inches in length, zero point ninety-five inches in width, and nine point zero two inches in height.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of this book is Lawrence Buell. He is known for his significant contributions to the field of ecocriticism.
- Q: What is the main theme of this book? A: The main theme of this book is the relationship between literature and the environment. It emphasizes how the physical environment shapes perception.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic study. It provides theoretical frameworks beneficial for literature and environmental studies.
- Q: How should I store this book to keep it in good condition? A: Store this book in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. This will help preserve its pages and cover.
- Q: Are there any specific care instructions for this book? A: No specific care instructions are needed for this book. Just keep it clean and dry to maintain its condition.
- Q: Can I read this book if I am a beginner in environmental studies? A: Yes, beginners can read this book. It is written in clear language and provides foundational concepts in environmental literature.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for children? A: No, this book is not specifically targeted toward children. It is more suited for adult readers interested in literature and environmental studies.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact the seller for a return or exchange. Most sellers have a policy for such issues.
- Q: Is there a warranty on this book? A: No, there is typically no warranty on books. However, check with the seller for their specific return policy.
- Q: How do I return this book if I no longer want it? A: To return this book, follow the seller's return instructions. Most require you to initiate a return within a specified period.
- Q: What is the best way to read this book for comprehension? A: The best way to read this book for comprehension is to take notes on key themes and ideas as you progress through the chapters.
- Q: Does this book include references or further reading? A: Yes, this book includes references for further reading. It provides a bibliography at the end for deeper exploration.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: No, this book is not part of a series. It stands alone as a significant work in literature and environmental studies.