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Our Place in Nature

Selected Writings
By Zachary Seager
Series: Macmillan Collector's Library
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Our Place in Nature is a timely anthology that explores humanity's complex relationship with the natural world. Featuring classic writings by George Orwell, Dorothy Wordsworth, John Muir, Rachel Carson, and others, it reflects on our appreciation, wonder, and concern for nature amid its growing threats.
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Ideal for readers interested in environmental issues, nature writing, and classic essays on our connection with the natural world. A perfect gift for book lovers and those seeking thoughtful perspectives on arts and culture.

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A treat for nature lovers, this timely anthology explores our relationship with the natural world through inspiring, classic writing.

A treat for nature lovers, this timely anthology explores our relationship with the natural world through inspiring, classic writing.

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With the natural world increasingly under threat, Our Place in Nature explores one of the most topical issues of our day: our appreciation of nature and recognition of our place in it.

Part of the Macmillan Collector's Library, a series of stunning, pocket-sized classics with ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition is edited and introduced by Zachary Seager.

A timely anthology of classic writing exploring our complex relationship with the natural world. Famous names such as George Orwell, Dorothy Wordsworth, John Muir, and Rachel Carson are gathered here to share their wonder, concern, and appreciation for our place in nature.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529075809

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Macmillan Collector's Library

Contributors:

  • Edited by Zachary Seager

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 100.0mm

Height: 157.0mm

Weight: 146g

Pages: 240

Collections

Arts & Culture Biography & Memoir Classic Fiction Classic General Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Non-Fiction Science & Nature Series: Macmillan Collector's Library Special Editions Zachary Seager

About the Author

Zachary Seager is a writer and academic.

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