Teaching a Stone to Talk: Expeditions and Encounters by Annie Dillard

Teaching a Stone to Talk: Expeditions and Encounters

Annie Dillard

175 pages first pub 1982 (editions)

nonfiction essays memoir nature reflective slow-paced

Description

Here, in this compelling assembly of writings, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Annie Dillard explores the world of natural facts and human meanings.

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Moods

reflective 92%
inspiring 26%
hopeful 21%
relaxing 20%
emotional 18%
informative 18%
challenging 17%
adventurous 13%
funny 13%
mysterious 12%
lighthearted 6%
sad 5%
dark 3%

Pace

slow 75%
medium 20%
fast 3%

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3.84

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