Beloved writer and environmentalist Wendell Berry has died at age 92

Wendell Berry has died at age 92 He was a beloved American poet, novelist, essayist, and farmer.

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  2. Henry David Thoreau: Philosophy of Simple Living: Henry David Thoreau's "Walden" (1854) championed a life of simplicity and harmony with nature, emphasizing mindfulness and conservation, which continues to inspire minimalism and sustainable living.
  3. John Muir: Champion of Wilderness Preservation: John Muir's passionate writings and advocacy for nature were pivotal in the establishment of the National Park Service in the United States, inspiring a generation to protect America's wild spaces.

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