Is a collection of essays in which the American writer and poet Wendell Berry brilliantly exposes his ideas. He captivates us with seemingly simple concepts that, when contextualized, provoke deep reflection. Berry manages to delve into the essence of culture and extract the roots of problems, offering a penetrating and revealing perspective.
In his various essays, Wendell Berry addresses the significant damage inflicted on our society by industrialization, excessive consumerism, and the digital age, affecting communities, families, and individuals. He emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with our roots and ancient traditions, as well as the need to initiate a revolution in our own lives, being agents of change and exemplifying with our actions.
Apart from being a writer, he is a farmer who presents social and environmental issues from the perspective of traditional farmers like himself. Instead of pointing fingers at the guilty parties, he emphasizes the responsibility that each of us who live and depend on modern society bears.
His writings are rich and complex, but he avoids falling into specialized jargon that may be difficult to understand. He never leaves loose ends or undeveloped ideas; on the contrary, he is meticulous down to the last detail, which turns his texts almost into poetry. In this way, they generate a profound impact and open our eyes to new perspectives, ways of thinking, and lifestyles.
One of the quotes from the book:
"Landscapes should not be used by people who do not live in them and share their fate. If that principle were strictly applied, we would have far less need for the principle of environmental protection."
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