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Experience the enchanting world of 'When the Whales Leave'—a captivating trade paperback that tells the profound story of Nau, a woman intertwined with nature and the majestic whales of the Shingled Spit. Published in 2020 by Milkweed Editions, this brand new edition (ISBN: 9781571311313) invites readers to explore the rich tapestry of a universe where love transcends species. Nau's extraordinary bond with the natural world is beautifully illustrated in her daily encounters with whales that spout rainbows across the ocean. When she meets Reu, a man who embodies her heart's desire, their union brings forth a new generation: two whales and ultimately humankind. Dive into this tale of environmental consciousness and myth, where Nau's legacy reminds us of the importance of coexistence with nature, especially amid the challenges of global warming's impact on our planet. Annie Proulx describes Rytkheu’s prose as a 'poetic revelation', making this a must-read for lovers of lyrical storytelling and ecological narratives. A powerful exploration of ancestry, love, and the declining connection between humans and the natural world, making it perfect for readers of all ages. Add this emotional journey to your collection today! Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781571311313
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2020
Publisher: Milkweed Editions
Description:
Nau cannot remember a time when she was not one with the world around her: with the fast breeze, the green grass, the high clouds, and the endless blue sky above the Shingled Spit. But her greatest joy is to visit the sea, where whales gather every morning to gaily spout rainbows.
Then, one day, she finds a man in the mist where a whale should be: Reu, who has taken human form out of his Great Love for her. Together these first humans become parents to two whales, and then to mankind. Even after Reu dies, Nau continues on, sharing her story of brotherhood between the two species. But as these origins grow more distant, the old woman's tales are subsumed into myth — and her descendants turn increasingly bent on parading their dominance over the natural world.
'[Yuri Rytkheu's] deep emotional attachment to this landscape of ice (today melting away under global warming forces) makes every sentence seem a poetic revelation.' — Annie Proulx
'Arguably the foremost writer to emerge from the minority peoples of Russia's far north.' — New York Review of Books
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781571311313
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2020
Publisher: Milkweed Editions
Description:
Nau cannot remember a time when she was not one with the world around her: with the fast breeze, the green grass, the high clouds, and the endless blue sky above the Shingled Spit. But her greatest joy is to visit the sea, where whales gather every morning to gaily spout rainbows.
Then, one day, she finds a man in the mist where a whale should be: Reu, who has taken human form out of his Great Love for her. Together these first humans become parents to two whales, and then to mankind. Even after Reu dies, Nau continues on, sharing her story of brotherhood between the two species. But as these origins grow more distant, the old woman's tales are subsumed into myth — and her descendants turn increasingly bent on parading their dominance over the natural world.
'[Yuri Rytkheu's] deep emotional attachment to this landscape of ice (today melting away under global warming forces) makes every sentence seem a poetic revelation.' — Annie Proulx
'Arguably the foremost writer to emerge from the minority peoples of Russia's far north.' — New York Review of Books