Louise M Pryke
Wind: Nature and Culture
Wind: Nature and Culture
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Wind has been both creative and destructive, shaping planets, battles, and evolution. Louise M. Pryke explores its science and portrayal in myth, religion, art, and literature.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 248 pages
Publication date: 01 June 2023
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Wind, a multifaceted force, exhibits both creative and destructive qualities. It plays a vital role in the dissemination of seeds, the filling of sails, and the dispersal of solar energy. Throughout history, wind has been revered and worshipped, exerting a profound influence on the planets, the course of countless battles, and the evolution of humans and animals. Despite its profound impact, wind remains elusive and unpredictable, defying human comprehension. In her captivating book, Louise M. Pryke delves into the scientific intricacies of wind, exploring its historical imagination and portrayal in myth, religion, art, and literature since ancient times. The book also sheds light on wind's formative influence on the Earth's environment, as evidenced by its prominent role in ancient myths and religions. In the modern era, wind continues to inspire groundbreaking scientific innovations and has been depicted in diverse artistic works, ranging from Van Gogh's renowned paintings to Keats's poetic verses and the iconic film Twister.
Wind, a multifaceted force, exhibits both creative and destructive qualities. It plays a vital role in the dissemination of seeds, the filling of sails, and the dispersal of solar energy. Throughout history, wind has been revered and worshipped, exerting a profound influence on the planets, the course of countless battles, and the evolution of humans and animals. Despite its profound impact, wind remains elusive and unpredictable, defying human comprehension. In her captivating book, Louise M. Pryke delves into the scientific intricacies of wind, exploring its historical imagination and portrayal in myth, religion, art, and literature since ancient times. The book also sheds light on wind's formative influence on the Earth's environment, as evidenced by its prominent role in ancient myths and religions. In the modern era, wind continues to inspire groundbreaking scientific innovations and has been depicted in diverse artistic works, ranging from Van Gogh's renowned paintings to Keats's poetic verses and the iconic film Twister.
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789147209
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