Summary Of A Literature Of Place By Barry Lopez

In “A Literature of Place,” writer Barry Lopez elaborates on his thoughts of nature and landscape writing and why it is so important. He stresses the importance of nature and landscape writing by saying how geography determines your personal identity and your morals. Lopez begins by talking about how your imagination is a product of environment. He states that your perceptions on the world come from your views of nature and that your morals also come from nature. Lopez talks about how indigenous people make the most of their environment and create a special culture. He says that indigenous people see the world better, because of their landscapes and views of nature. Lopez talks of opening yourself to nature will create a positive relationship