Wholesale Erosion: Essays of Undoing

This explores the paradox of desert lands and the truth of erosion, arguing that what is weathered, worn, and whittled away through wind, water, and time is as powerful as what remains. It also examines the current state of American politics, including the decisions to gut Bears Ears National Monument and undermine the Endangered Species Act. The author testifies that climate change is not an abstraction, citing droughts and images of extraction and contamination. However, they find moments of relief and spirituality in conversations with Navajo elders, art, and the land itself. These essays are fervent and timely, highlighting the importance of preserving public lands. This book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.