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Dwellings: A Spiritual History of the Living World

Linda Hogan
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Dwellings: A Spiritual History of the Living World

Nonfiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 1996

Book Brief

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Linda Hogan

Dwellings: A Spiritual History of the Living World

Nonfiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 1996
Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Poem • Nonfiction

Publication Year

1996

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

4.5

956 ratings

85%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Dwellings: A Spiritual History of the Living World by Linda Hogan is praised for its poetic prose and deep connection to nature, blending spirituality with ecological themes. Critics appreciate Hogan's insightful exploration of Indigenous wisdom. Some feel the narrative is occasionally meandering, but overall, it's an enlightening read, rich in reflection and environmental awareness.

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Who Should Read Dwellings: A Spiritual History of the Living World?

Readers who enjoy environmental literature with a spiritual perspective, like Annie Dillard's Pilgrim at Tinker Creek or Robin Wall Kimmerer's Braiding Sweetgrass, will appreciate Linda Hogan's Dwellings: A Spiritual History of the Living World for its poetic exploration of nature and indigenous wisdom.

4.5

956 ratings

85%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

Linda Hogan, a Chickasaw poet and novelist, offers readers a profound perspective on the environment and spirituality, blending personal narrative with indigenous knowledge in Dwellings: A Spiritual History of the Living World.

The book is celebrated for its lyrical prose, with Hogan's poetic background evident in her writing style, which enriches her exploration of humanity's relationship with nature.

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Dwellings: A Spiritual History of the Living World was published in 1995, and it remains a significant work in eco-literature, enhancing discussions about environmental ethics and our connection to the natural world.

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Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Poem • Nonfiction

Publication Year

1996

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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