Gary Paul Nabhan: Water in the Desert

Acclaimed agrarian activist and ethnobotanist Gary Paul Nabhan presents "Water in the Desert," a captivating exploration of interspecies belonging, collaborative conservation, and sacred stewardship of our planet. Celebrated as a visionary and a "lyrical poet of biodiversity," Nabhan shares his journey from a Lebanese-American boy near Lake Michigan to a dedicated advocate for Indigenous rights and ecological care. The book intertwines personal experiences with nature, ecological thinkers, and Indigenous communities, emphasizing kinship and climate resilience grounded in faith and ecology. Recognized with numerous awards, including a MacArthur "Genius" grant, Nabhan offers insights that serve as both a memoir of a pioneering scientist-activist and a guide to collaborative practices essential for nurturing life on Earth. "Water in the Desert" is a timely call to listen to the world and reconnect with the earth.