Writers on Nature - (A Book of Quotations Poems and Literary Reflections)

Amelia Carruthers

Summary

Writers on Nature' contains a collection of inspirational stories and quotes about nature and the seasons, from great poets and authors.  Henry David Thoreau, Walt Whitman, Ralph Waldo Emerson, John Burroughs and John Muir all feature, along with many, many others.  This anthology demonstrates the complex – at times spiritual, animal, intellectual and emotional – relationships between writers and mother nature.

The 'Writers on…' series is a collection of extracts, anecdotes and occasional philosophical musings from the world's most well known authors. This book of quotes, inspirational poems, letters, and quips, celebrates writers who have an individual, creative outlook on the world; on subjects from 'drink' to 'death', and 'love' to 'libraries'.  Starting with ancient civilisations and moving towards the present day, this anthology of intellectual, inspirational and often funny quotes, provides a fascinating insight into a vast array of topics.

Available since: 01/28/2016.

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