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Novels by Barbara Kingsolver and Daniel Mason excavate history for new meanings

NPR's Book of the Day

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Nature as Protagonist: Exploring the Drama and Romance of Beetles

The chapter discusses a book scene where the author delves into the romantic and erotic procreation process of beetles, treating nature as a protagonist and exploring the drama, sex, and violence found in the natural world. The chapter also covers the research behind the novel, including an academic piece on the mating patterns of scolleted beetles, and explores the interconnectedness of lives and hidden histories of places.

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