Rebecca Solnit è una scrittrice, storica e attivista celebrata, il cui ampio corpus di opere esplora temi di femminismo, storia occidentale e indigena, potere popolare, cambiamento sociale e disastri. La sua scrittura è caratterizzata da un profondo impegno con le complessità della società umana e le sue trasformazioni. Solnit approfondisce come si formano le comunità e come le persone si connettono di fronte alle sfide. Le sue opere intrecciano spesso riflessioni personali con un'analisi sociale e storica più ampia, offrendo ai lettori prospettive perspicaci e stimolanti.
Rebecca Solnit has made a vocation of journeying into difficult territory and reporting back, as an environmentalist, antiglobalization activist, and public intellectual. This work represents developments in Solnit's thinking and offers you a panoramic world view enriched by her characteristically provocative, inspiring, and hopeful observations.
One summer, Rebecca Solnit was bequeathed a hundred pounds of apricots - the fruit came from a tree that her mother, gradually succumbing to memory loss, could no longer tend to. From this unexpected inheritance came stories, spun like those of Scheherazade who used her gifts as a storyteller to prolong her life and weave her way into the heart of a king. So too came adventure; in a library of water in Iceland, in the basin of the Grand Canyon, and in the emptiness of the Arctic. As she looks back on the year of apricots and emergencies, Solnit draws together the threads of her life with the lives of others.
Exploring the San Francisco Bay Area, this innovative atlas delves into the complex layers of meaning that define a place. Through the collaboration of artists, writers, and cartographers, the book features twenty-two stunning color maps that reveal the city from various perspectives. Solnit's work invites readers to reconsider their understanding of location and experience, transforming the concept of an atlas into a rich narrative of interconnected lives and landscapes.
An essential and revelatory new collection from the bestselling phenomenon Rebecca Solnit calling for reflection and context, activism and hope.
New feminist essays for the #MeToo era from the international best-selling author of Men Explain Things to Me.
From the author of Men Explain Things to Me: an electric portrait of the artist as a young woman that asks how a young writer finds her voice in a society that prefers women to be silent.
This set explores the hidden histories of San Francisco, New Orleans, and New York City. With many contributors, each atlas addresses the multi-faceted nature of a city as experienced by numerous categories of inhabitants.
Following on from the success of MEN EXPLAIN THINGS TO ME comes a new collection of essays in which Rebecca Solnit opens up a feminism for all of us: one that doesn't stigmatize women's lives, whether they include spouses and children or not; that brings empathy to the silences in men's lives as well as the silencing of women's lives; celebrates the ways feminism has shifted in recent years .
Shortlisted for a prestigious biography prize, this work delves into the life of its subject with depth and insight. It offers a nuanced exploration of personal struggles, achievements, and the broader historical context that shaped their experiences. The author weaves together compelling narratives and rich details, bringing to life the complexities of the individual's journey and contributions. This biography stands out for its thorough research and engaging storytelling, making it a significant addition to the genre.
Exploring New York City through twenty-six innovative maps and essays, this volume highlights the diverse experiences across all five boroughs and parts of New Jersey. Featuring insights from experts in various fields, it invites readers on a journey through vibrant neighborhoods like Queens and Brooklyn, while also addressing critical issues such as racial and economic inequality, environmental concerns, and historical erasure. This beautifully illustrated work celebrates the city's unique vitality and its role as a hub for the avant-garde and literary culture.