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Life is a miracle : an essay against modern superstition

by Wendell Berry

This critique of modern intellectual disciplines examines the divide between the sciences and the humanities. It argues for a shift in priorities to ensure scientific work remains connected to cultural tradition and the natural world.

Accession 19856 ISBN 1582430586 Publisher Counterpoint
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