“In thirty bewitching essays, Nezhukumatathil spotlights natural astonishments raining from monsoon season in India to clusters of fireflies in western New York, each one a microcosm of joy and amazement. “From its gorgeous illustrations to its unusual combination of lyrical nature writing and memoir, World of Wonders is hands-down one of the most beautiful books of the year.” -NPR, Best Books of 2020 It is a very fine book indeed, truly full of wonder.” -New York Times Book Review This book demands we find the eyes to see and the heart to love such things once more. And our lives are impoverished by this process. We are losing the language and the ability to see and understand the wondrous things around us. Nezhukumatathil has written a timely story about love, identity and belonging. “Within two pages, nature writing feels different and fresh and new.
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