{"product_id":"wild-comfort-the-solace-of-nature-paperback","title":"Wild Comfort: The Solace of Nature - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eKathleen Dean Moore\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eWild Comfort: The Solace of Nature\u003c\/i\u003e, Kathleen Dean Moore explores the intricate connections between human emotions and the natural world. Through lyrical prose and vivid imagery, Moore reflects on themes of grief, solace, and the cyclical nature of life, inviting readers to find comfort and healing in the wild. Turning to the comfort of the wild in an effort to make sense of the deaths of several loved ones, her narrative weaves personal reflections with experiences in diverse landscapes--from the Oregon wilderness to the Sea of Cortez--illustrating how nature can be a refuge for the human spirit amid life's inevitable challenges. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eReaders will discover the transformative power of mindfulness and presence as Moore delves into the complexities of human emotions. Her insight into the beauty and resilience of the natural world encourages a deeper appreciation for the interconnectedness of all living things. The book invites readers to embrace both joy and sorrow, recognizing that moments of beauty can emerge from darkness, and that nature offers a path to understanding and acceptance. \u003ci\u003eWild Comfort\u003c\/i\u003e is a celebration of life's fleeting yet beautiful moments, perfect for those seeking solace in nature's embrace. Moore's philosophical musings provide a compelling reminder of the enduring strength found in the natural world. This book is an invitation to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the wild, making it an essential read for anyone looking to find peace and meaning amid life's complexities.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKathleen Dean Moore lives in Oregon, at the confluence of two rivers, and, during the summer months, she resides in a little cabin at the edge of a southeast Alaskan inlet. As an essayist, activist, and professor, she brings together natural history, philosophical ideas, and creative expression in a search for loving ways to live on the earth. She has published three books of personal essays about living in the lively places where water meets land: \u003ci\u003eRiverwalking\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eHoldfast\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Pine Island Paradox\u003c\/i\u003e. Her essays can be found in many journals, including \u003ci\u003eAudubon\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eDiscover\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eOrion\u003c\/i\u003e, and the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e. Moore is Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at Oregon State, where she teaches courses on environmental thought and ethics. She is also the cofounder and director of Oregon State's Spring Creek Project for Ideas, Nature, and the Written Word.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 208\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.52 x 8.46 x 5.76 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 09, 2010\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAward:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oregon Book Awards (2011)\u003c\/div\u003e\n                ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53093143380192,"sku":"9781590307717","price":24.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5909\/4496\/files\/S3xtyWMK1V9781590307717.webp?v=1781638052","url":"https:\/\/improvedinc.myshopify.com\/products\/wild-comfort-the-solace-of-nature-paperback","provider":"Improved Improper Input Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}