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During a two-week expedition to Oaxaca, Oliver Sacks sets out to study the region’s ancient and remarkable ferns, but the journey soon opens into a richly textured exploration of Mexican history, culture, and natural life. With curiosity and warmth, he considers Mesoamerican civilizations, agriculture, chocolate, mescal, and the pleasures of amateur naturalists, connecting scientific observation with travel, memory, and discovery. Both entertaining and informative, the book reveals how close attention to the natural world can illuminate an entire culture and deepen our understanding of place.
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Published Jan 1, 2002
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First Published
2002
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eng
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