{"product_id":"alaska-literary-field-guide-art-ecology-poetry-by-marybeth-holleman-nancy-lord-shaelene-grace-moler","title":"Alaska Literary Field Guide: Art, Ecology, Poetry by Marybeth Holleman, Nancy Lord, \u0026 Shaelene Grace Moler","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\"The bountiful abundance of this wild collection is artfully packed for a bush plane flight through head and heart.\" -- J. Drew Lanham, author of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold a-text-italic\"\u003eThe Home Place\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighlights more than 90 species of flora and fauna from a variety of ecosystems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes writings and original artwork in a wide range of styles from diverse Alaskan voices and artists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery entry features an informative, science-based natural history, including traditional knowledge\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eAlaska Literary Field Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a vibrant and immersive celebration of Alaska’s wild beauty, blending science, storytelling, and stunning artwork. This unique anthology brings together a diverse range of the state’s most respected contemporary poets and writers--including Kim Heacox, Seth Kantner, dg nanouk okpik, Heather Lende, and Frank Soos--alongside original, full-color artwork from 19 Alaskan visual artists such as Alvin Amason, Ray Troll, Sara Tabbert, and rising talents like Valisa Higman and Crystal Jackson.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMore than 90 species and natural elements--from grizzly bears and glaciers to lichens, loons, and the aurora borealis--are brought to life through poetic reflections, vivid prose, and detailed scientific natural histories. Each \"Being\" is paired with a piece of writing and illustration that captures its essence, while also offering cultural knowledge, ecological context, and insight into population health and environmental threats.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrganized by ecosystem, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eAlaska Literary Field Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is both an artistic tribute and an educational invitation to connect with the land, water, wildlife, and spirit of the Last Frontier. It’s a field guide like no other--both a reference and a work of art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MOUNTAINEERS BOOKS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47553780187323,"sku":"3162601","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0712\/6137\/files\/8aa8a3b5-99c7-471f-97da-d4f98e24962f.jpg?v=1773700736","url":"https:\/\/museumstore.anchoragemuseum.org\/products\/alaska-literary-field-guide-art-ecology-poetry-by-marybeth-holleman-nancy-lord-shaelene-grace-moler","provider":"Anchorage Museum Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}