The influence of poetry and art in society should not be underestimated. Indeed, enlightenment is art and literature’s highest purpose. Engaging in the arts—as an observer or participant—helps people find a way to articulate their feelings about what is happening internally and around them. The environmental movement in particular has always been inspired by, guided, and kept moving by literature and art.
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The View from Lazy Point Wins Orion Book Award
Carl Safina's THE VIEW FROM LAZY POINT; A Natural Year in an Unnatural World,has been named winner of the 2012 Orion Book Award for the best book of the year that addresses the relationship between humanity and nature.
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The View from Lazy Point Wins Orion Book Award |
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The View from Lazy Point now available in paperback.
Safina's The View from Lazy Point; A Natural Year in an Unnatural World is now available in paperback. Order the book on amazon.com. |
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The View from Lazy Point now available in paperback. |
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Utne Reader Names Safina a Visionary
Safina makes national magazine's list of "25 People Who Are Changing the World." |
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Utne Reader Names Safina a Visionary |
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Safina's Latest Books Receive Rave Reviews
For reviews, video and info on Safina's new books, click here: |
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Safina's Latest Books Receive Rave Reviews |
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