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Kinship

Kinship

Kinship: Belonging in a World of Relations
PoetryEssaysPhilosophy & Religion
Pages
194
Published
2021
Language
English

Synopsis

This collection explores the profound connections between humans and the natural world, drawing on scientific understanding and indigenous knowledge. It delves into the concept of kinship with all living beings, urging readers to reconsider their relationship with the environment. The essays advocate for a more reciprocal and respectful interaction with nature, highlighting the wisdom embedded in ecological systems and cultural practices.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

InformativeReflectiveThought-ProvokingIntellectual

Genres

Essays Philosophy & Religion Science & Nature Sociology Animals Art Food History Nature Philosophy Poetry Politics Science Spirituality

Authors

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Robin Wall Kimmerer

Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer (also credited as Robin W. Kimmerer) (born 1953) is Associate Professor of Environmental and Forest Biology at the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY-ESF). She is the author of numerous scientific articles and books, including her most famous book, Braiding Sweetgrass. She is Potawatomi and combines her heritage with her scientific and environmental passions.