Stephen L. Moore Livres

At once joyous and somber, this thoughtful gathering of new and selected essays spans Kathleen Dean Moore's distinguished career as a tireless advocate for environmental activism in the face of climate change. In this meditation on the music of the natural world, Moore celebrates the call of loons, howl of wolves, bellow of whales, laughter of children, and shriek of frogs, even as she warns of the threats against them. Each group of essays moves, as Moore herself has been moved, from celebration to lamentation to bewilderment and finally to the determination to act in defense of wild songs and the creatures who sing them. Music is the shivering urgency and exuberance of life ongoing. In a time of terrible silencing, Moore asks, who will forgive us if we do not save nature's songs?

Focusing on the heroic efforts of a group of men, the narrative recounts their determination and sacrifice to save the aircraft carrier USS Yorktown during a pivotal moment in the Pacific War. Their courageous actions not only preserved the ship but also significantly influenced the outcome of the conflict, highlighting themes of bravery, teamwork, and the impact of individual contributions in wartime.

Presents a collection of short essays that offer courage, hope, and even some laughter to the people who have for years been working for environmental sanity and social justice. To weary activists, Kathleen Dean Moore brings encouragement to join or keep on with the struggle.