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The Home Place: Memoirs of a Colored Man's Love Affair with Nature
ISBN: 9781571313508
About This Book
"The Home Place: Memoirs of a Colored Man's Love Affair with Nature" is a deeply moving and thought-provoking memoir by ornithologist J. Drew Lanham. This book is a remarkable meditation on nature and belonging, exploring the contradictions of black identity in the rural South and America today.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by students and educators in environmental studies, natural history, and cultural anthropology courses. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the intersection of nature, identity, and belonging, including professionals looking to explore these themes in their work.
History and Editions
The Home Place was first published on June 13, 2017, by Milkweed Editions. This edition has been widely acclaimed for its insightful exploration of the author's journey with nature and his family's history in Edgefield County, South Carolina. The book has won several prestigious awards, including the Southern Book Prize and the Reed Award from the Southern Environmental Law Center.
Author and Other Works
J. Drew Lanham is a renowned ornithologist, naturalist, and hunter-conservationist. His work often explores the intersection of nature and identity. In addition to The Home Place, he has written Sparrow Envy: Field Guide to Birds and Lesser Beasts. His essays and poetry have been published in various notable publications such as Orion, Audubon, and Wilderness.
Key Features
- Personal and Historical Context: The book offers a deeply personal and historical exploration of the author's connection to nature and his family's history in Edgefield County.
- Award-Winning: Winner of the Southern Book Prize and the Reed Award from the Southern Environmental Law Center.
- Academic and Cultural Significance: A valuable resource for academic courses in environmental studies, natural history, and cultural anthropology.
- Engaging Writing Style: Known for its engaging and conversational writing style that makes complex themes accessible to a wide audience.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Paperback: ISBN-13: 9781571313508
- Other Editions: Currently, no other editions or formats are available for this book.
Publication Details
- Publisher: Milkweed Editions
- Publication Date: June 13, 2017
- Number of Pages: 240 pages
- Language: English
Awards and Recognition
- Winner of the Southern Book Prize
- Winner of the Reed Award from the Southern Environmental Law Center
- Finalist for the John Burroughs Medal
- Named a “Best Scholarly Book of the Decade†by The Chronicle of Higher Education
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