{"product_id":"alaska-literary-field-guide-art-ecology-poetry","title":"Alaska Literary Field Guide: Art, Ecology, Poetry","description":"\u003cb\u003e\"The bountiful abundance of this wild collection is artfully packed for a bush plane flight through head and heart.\" -- J. Drew Lanham, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Home Place\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHighlights more than 90 species of flora and fauna from a variety of ecosystems \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes writings and original artwork in a wide range of styles from diverse Alaskan voices and artists \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery entry features an informative, science-based natural history, including traditional knowledge \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ci\u003eAlaska Literary Field Guide\u003c\/i\u003e is a vibrant and immersive celebration of Alaska's wild beauty, blending science, storytelling, and stunning artwork. This unique anthology brings together a diverse range of the state's most respected contemporary poets and writers--including Kim Heacox, Seth Kantner, dg nanouk okpik, Heather Lende, and Frank Soos--alongside original, full-color artwork from 19 Alaskan visual artists such as Alvin Amason, Ray Troll, Sara Tabbert, and rising talents like Valisa Higman and Crystal Jackson. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMore than 90 species and natural elements--from grizzly bears and glaciers to lichens, loons, and the aurora borealis--are brought to life through poetic reflections, vivid prose, and detailed scientific natural histories. Each \"Being\" is paired with a piece of writing and illustration that captures its essence, while also offering cultural knowledge, ecological context, and insight into population health and environmental threats. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOrganized by ecosystem, \u003ci\u003eAlaska Literary Field Guide\u003c\/i\u003e is both an artistic tribute and an educational invitation to connect with the land, water, wildlife, and spirit of the Last Frontier. It's a field guide like no other--both a reference and a work of art.\u003cdiv style=\"display:none\"\u003eISBN-10: 1680517627\u003cbr\u003eISBN-13: 9781680517620\u003cbr\u003eAuthor: Holleman, Marybeth, Lord, Nancy, Grace Moler, Shaelene\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Skipstone Press\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Skipstone Press","offers":[{"title":"Paperback (Feb 2026)","offer_id":46414375387333,"sku":"9781680517620","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6414\/2533\/files\/9781680517620.jpg?v=1781864919","url":"https:\/\/www.inveni.store\/products\/alaska-literary-field-guide-art-ecology-poetry","provider":"Inveni","version":"1.0","type":"link"}