LANDSCAPES OF WILDERNESS Paperback

"Landscapes of Wilderness: Meditations on the World that We Live In" by Narendra is a profoundly insightful book that draws upon the author's remarkable thirty-three years spent living among the Adivasi communities in Abujhmad and Bastar, coupled with his deep connection to his childhood village in north India. Through a blend of ethnographic notes, observations, and conversations, Narendra paints a vivid picture of a way of life intrinsically tied to nature, characterized by its indeterminate narratives, colloquial grandeur, and a comfortable sense of self that echoes the surrounding landscape. The book delves into how indigenous peoples view land and wilderness as central to their existence, explores the fluidity of simple living, and subtly critiques the encroaching "civilization" that threatens these unique ecosystems and mindscapes. It's a compassionate and thought-provoking testament to the enduring relationship between humans and nature, urging readers to reflect on our place in the world and the profound wisdom inherent in living closer to the wild.