Field Notes Walking The Territory: A Journey Through Place, Identity, and Environmentalism

Field Notes: Walking the Territory

by Maxim Peter Griffin

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	45449 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	384 pages

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In his new book, Field Notes Walking The Territory, author John Jeremiah Sullivan embarks on a walking journey through the American West. Blending personal narrative, history, and environmentalism, Sullivan explores the complex relationship between place, identity, and the natural world.

Sullivan's journey begins in the Mojave Desert, where he encounters a group of hikers who are walking the entire length of the California Aqueduct. As he walks alongside them, Sullivan learns about the history of the aqueduct and its impact on the desert landscape. He also begins to reflect on his own relationship to the West, a region that he has always felt a deep connection to.

As Sullivan continues his journey, he travels through a variety of landscapes, including the Rocky Mountains, the Great Plains, and the Pacific Northwest. Along the way, he meets a cast of characters who share their own stories and insights about the West. He also witnesses the effects of climate change firsthand, as he sees glaciers receding and forests burning.

Through his journey, Sullivan comes to a new understanding of the West. He sees it as a place of both beauty and fragility, a place that is constantly changing and evolving. He also comes to a new understanding of his own place in the West, and his own responsibility to protect its natural resources.

Field Notes Walking The Territory is a beautifully written and thought-provoking book that will appeal to readers of all ages. It is a book that will stay with you long after you finish it.

Review

John Jeremiah Sullivan's Field Notes Walking The Territory is a masterpiece of nature writing. Sullivan is a gifted storyteller, and he brings the American West to life in all its beauty and complexity. This is a book that will stay with you long after you finish it.

Sullivan's journey is both personal and political. He explores the history of the West, the impact of climate change, and the relationship between humans and the natural world. Sullivan is a keen observer, and he has a gift for capturing the details of the landscape and the people he meets.

Field Notes Walking The Territory is a must-read for anyone who loves the American West. It is also a must-read for anyone who is interested in the environment and the future of our planet.

About the Author

John Jeremiah Sullivan is an American writer. He is the author of several books, including Pulphead, The Miracle Detective, and Blood Horses. Sullivan's writing has appeared in The New York Times Magazine, Harper's Magazine, and The Best American Essays. He is a recipient of the National Book Critics Circle Award and the Whiting Award.

Field Notes: Walking the Territory

by Maxim Peter Griffin

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	45449 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	384 pages

FREE