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Pilgrim at Tinker Creek
Book • 1974
In 'Pilgrim at Tinker Creek', Annie Dillard recounts her experiences and reflections on nature over the course of a year.
The book is divided into four sections, each corresponding to a season, and details her observations of the natural world, from stalking muskrats and watching monarch butterfly migrations to examining pond water under a microscope.
Dillard's narrative is a profound meditation on the beauty, brutality, and interconnectedness of nature, inviting readers to see the world with fresh eyes and appreciate its wonders.
The book is known for its vivid imagery, poetic prose, and philosophical reflections on life, death, and the divine.
The book is divided into four sections, each corresponding to a season, and details her observations of the natural world, from stalking muskrats and watching monarch butterfly migrations to examining pond water under a microscope.
Dillard's narrative is a profound meditation on the beauty, brutality, and interconnectedness of nature, inviting readers to see the world with fresh eyes and appreciate its wonders.
The book is known for its vivid imagery, poetic prose, and philosophical reflections on life, death, and the divine.
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Craig Mod as a book he rereads often, praising its poetic language and ability to inspire creativity.
Craig Mod as a book he rereads often, praising its poetic language and ability to inspire creativity.
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Timothy Keller to illustrate the contrast between nature's violence and the concept of a loving God.
Timothy Keller to illustrate the contrast between nature's violence and the concept of a loving God.
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Listening to the Word
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Steve Cuss , suggesting that any cubic foot of dirt can be beautiful and awe-inspiring.
Steve Cuss , suggesting that any cubic foot of dirt can be beautiful and awe-inspiring.
An Intentional Take on Imago Dei
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Kevin Kelly and 
Dan Shipper as their favorite writer, appreciating her unique writing style and ability to blend scientific observation with philosophical reflection.
Kevin Kelly and Dan Shipper as their favorite writer, appreciating her unique writing style and ability to blend scientific observation with philosophical reflection.
How to Predict the Future With Kevin Kelly, WIRED's Cofounder
