Dispatches from Rural America

Released: Releases December 15, 2026
Length: 8 hrs
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Recorded Books

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Dispatches From Rural America is a compelling collection of sixteen essays by renowned writer Wendell Berry, exploring themes such as family, faith, community, and the impact of modernization. The essays address issues including the effects of war on children, industrialism, and societal disconnection from land and spiritual roots. As a significant commentary on contemporary life, the book offers urgent reflections on America's rural landscapes amid political and social upheaval.

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