Have you ever been so filled up with the wonder of a place that it wants to spill out as a song? Well, here is the songbook. I imagine walking through a forest and pausing to read these illuminating pages aloud to a listening cedar or a dipper. There are field guides that help us to see, and to name, and to know; Cascadia Field Guide does all of that and more. This is a guide to relationship, a gift in reciprocity for the gifts of the land. – Robin Wall Kimmerer, author of Braiding SweetgrassCascadia stretches from Southeast Alaska to Northern California and from the Pacific Ocean to the Continental Divide. Cascadia Field Guide: Art, Ecology, Poetry blends art and science to celebrate this diverse yet interconnected region through natural and cultural histories, poetry, and illustrations. Organized into 13 bioregions, the guide includes entries for everything from cryptobiotic soil and the western thatching ant to the giant Pacific octopus and Sitka spruce, as well as the likes of common raven, hoary marmot, Idaho giant salamander, snowberry, and 120 more! Both well-established and new writers are included, representing a diverse spectrum of voices, with poems that range from comic to serious, colloquial to scientific, urban to off-the-grid, narrative to postmodern. Likewise, the artists span styles and mediums, using classic natural history drawing, form line design, graffiti, sketch, and more. All writers and artists have deep ties to the region. This project was supported, in part, by a grant from 4Culture
Embark on a journey through the vibrant Pacific Northwest with "Cascadia Field Guide: Art, Ecology, Poetry" by CMarie Fuhrman.
Immerse yourself in the rich artistic tapestry of the region, where breathtaking landscapes, captivating wildlife, and indigenous wisdom intertwine.
Delve into thought-provoking poetry that captures the essence of Cascadia's natural wonders, inviting you to reflect on the interconnectedness of life and the urgent need to protect our planet.
Discover the intricate web of relationships between plants, animals, and the environment, and learn about the unique adaptations that have shaped life in this extraordinary ecosystem.
As you wander through the pages, be inspired by the beauty of hand-painted illustrations that bring Cascadia's flora and fauna to life, capturing the delicate details of each species.
This field guide is not just a book; it's an invitation to explore, appreciate, and protect the magnificent natural heritage of Cascadia. Let "Cascadia Field Guide: Art, Ecology, Poetry" be your companion on this journey of discovery.
