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Praise for Brenda Peterson’s work For “A wicked black comedy . . . Peterson would seem to hold out just about as much hope for the family as she does the planet.” “Offers insights into the American way of life, presented in a fresh style with on-target dialogue and dollops of black humor.” “Eccentric and often amusing satirical romp . . . a highly original work by an intriguing author.” “. . . Bittersweet and utterly beguiling novel.” “A hauntingly funny writer . . . the balance she strikes is almost hypnotic.”
For “A new breed of essayist is a-borning in America . . . Writing about nature, they write of spirit; writing about humanity, they give voice to the animal in us all . . . Brenda Peterson exemplifies this new essayist.”
“Evocative . . . The ruminations of a diarist of uncommon sensitivity and polish . . . Living by Water is a love song for a region.” “In these engaging and deeply felt essays . . . .[Peterson] writes of nature with an intimacy that tugs at the reader’s deep memory.” For “Peterson writes a vital, intimate prose that energizes readers with its intelligence and good humor.” Publishers Weekly, included in New York Times “Noted with Pleasure.” “Potent and poignant . . . Lively essays that mix politics, religion, nature, myth, and memoir.” “A lyrical and life-enhancing collection. . . There are large doses of wonder, humor, and warmth . . . Nature and Other Mothers is overflowing with heartening and healing spiritual thoughts.” For “An amazing book; the untold stories of sisterhood . . . written with wit, warmth, and an unwavering sense of the sacred kinship of all life.” “A look at sisters’ experiences, points of views, and bonds . . . an inspiring, thought-provoking, and strong book.” For “Brenda Peterson is amazing, a soulful and profound observer of nature -- from whales to humans -- in all their glory and distress.” For “It is such empathy for both humans and the natural world that sets this remarkable author apart.” “A Peterson essay can take off like a flock of birds . . . She sings to us about ourselves.” “Each passionate story examines the way humans commune or collide with the natural world, so that a pearl of wisdom is always found beneath the surface. Peterson writes with spiritual maturity and environmental authority.” For “A lifelong love of animals combined with a jeweler’s eye for multifaceted philosophical meanings provide Peterson with a wealth of fascinating anecdotes and insights in this engaging memoir.” “The story of a life and spirit guided by animals . . . Build Me an Ark is based in science and very well written.” “Peterson is an engaging, persuasive storyteller . . . Compassionate stories that will surely delight the animal lover . . . A fine addition to the literature on humane natural history” “Brenda Peterson fashions a sturdy ark of words and images that convince us that we must look out for these fellow travelers and carry them high in our love and esteem.” For “This is a galvanizing and enlightening tale thanks to Peterson's expert portrayal of animals, compassionate view of radical activism, and illuminating insights into our profound bonds with other species.” “One can hardly imagine a more heartfelt work or a more unusual love story than this one. Highly recommended for all public and academic libraries.” “[A] gripping tale about love, xenotransplantation and the military-industrial complex’s flagrant disregard for environmental responsibility. . .Peterson’s passion shines through.” “With her remarkable background working with dolphins and other sea mammals, Brenda Peterson, an acclaimed novelist, has woven the stories of both humans and sea creatures together. A great read.” “Brenda Peterson weaves a haunting love story into a fast-moving plot. Animal Heart is based on facts that are terrifyingly true, and it captures the exquisite beauty of a world that we are devastating and destroying, piece by piece. Please read it.” |
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