Happenings

June 26, 7PM at Back of Beyond Books: David Gessner in conversation about his new book, A TRAVELER’S GUIDE TO THE END OF THE WORLD: TALES OF FIRE, WIND, AND WATER

In A Traveler’s Guide to the End of the World, David Gessner asks what the world will be like in 2064, when his
daughter, Hadley, is the same age he was when she was born. What is the future of weather? Of heat, storms, and

fire? Today, the world is burning and the seas are rising. What was once predicted is now here. In this eye-open-
ing tour of climate hotspots, Gessner takes readers from the Gulf of Mexico to the burning American West to

New York City to the fragile Outer Banks, where homes are being swallowed by the seas. With his usual sense of
humor, compassion, and a willingness to talk to anyone, Gessner considers earth’s extremes in a story of climate
crisis that will both entertain and shake people awake to the necessity of navigating this new age together.

 

“In a sort of culmination of his writings to date, David Gessner invites us along on his journey to
the end of the world as we know it. Visiting old friends and reacquainting himself with old (and
very much changed) landmarks we see through his eyes, not just the changes wrought by current
climate change but what happened in places like Chaco Canyon, Phoenix, and the Outer Banks

hundreds of years ago. Yes, we’ve surely made a mess of things and yet, Gessner shows some pos-
sible ways forward and introduces us to people who are doing remarkable work. With his signature

humor, Gessner manages to show us the worst while helping us hope for the best. Share this with
your climate denial friends this year!” —ANNE HOLMAN, The King’s English Bookshop

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History lovers! This Staff Pick from Nat is for you --->

"Tecumseh and the Prophet: The Heroic Struggle for America`s Heartland"
By Peter Cozzens

"In my opinion, Shawnee chief Tecumseh is one of the most fascinating people in American history. This book by Peter Cozzens is an engaging chronicle of Tecumseh’s life that also devotes ample space to his often overlooked brother, the `Shawnee Prophet`` Tenskwatawa. Cozzens’ expertly told dual biography offers an insightful look into two towering figures who have been mythologized in a way that obscures reality.

Before Tecumseh’s death in the War of 1812, the brothers constructed a pan-tribal Native American confederacy that opposed U.S. expansionism and attempted to create an independent Indian nation. Tecumseh has become a folk hero, remembered as a brilliant orator, inspiring leader, and brave warrior. On the other hand, Tenskwatawa is frequently depicted as a drunken charlatan. Cozzens challenges that portrayal of the `Shawnee Prophet.` Using a wide array of sources, Cozzens shows how the religious and cultural revival led by Tenskwatawa was essential to Tecumseh’s political project.

If you share my fascination with Tecumseh, this book is obviously a must-read. It is somewhat dense and highly detailed, but I would still highly recommend `Tecumseh and the Prophet` to anyone with even a passing interest in Native American history."

~Nat

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History lovers! This Staff Pick from Nat is for you ---> "Tecumseh and the Prophet: The Heroic Struggle for America's Heartland" By Peter Cozzens "In my opinion, Shawnee chief Tecumseh is one of the most fascinating people in American history. This book by Peter Cozzens is an engaging chronicle of Tecumseh’s life that also devotes ample space to his often overlooked brother, the 'Shawnee Prophet'' Tenskwatawa. Cozzens’ expertly told dual biography offers an insightful look into two towering figures who have been mythologized in a way that obscures reality. Before Tecumseh’s death in the War of 1812, the brothers constructed a pan-tribal Native American confederacy that opposed U.S. expansionism and attempted to create an independent Indian nation. Tecumseh has become a folk hero, remembered as a brilliant orator, inspiring leader, and brave warrior. On the other hand, Tenskwatawa is frequently depicted as a drunken charlatan. Cozzens challenges that portrayal of the 'Shawnee Prophet.' Using a wide array of sources, Cozzens shows how the religious and cultural revival led by Tenskwatawa was essential to Tecumseh’s political project. If you share my fascination with Tecumseh, this book is obviously a must-read. It is somewhat dense and highly detailed, but I would still highly recommend 'Tecumseh and the Prophet' to anyone with even a passing interest in Native American history." ~Nat #BackofBeyond #BackofBeyondBooks #BobbStaffPick #BobbStaffPicks #bookrecommendations #booktok #bookstagram #moab #eatsleepreadlocal

SALE ALERT! April 27 is Independent Bookstore Day, and what better way to celebrate than with discounted merch from your favorite local bookstore for miles???

Stop by in store on April 27 for half off any piece of Back of Beyond Books branded merch (hats! shirts! mugs! etc!) with a purchase of $50 or more.

See you soon!!

#backofbeyond #backofbeyondbooks #independentbookstoreday #indiebookstoreday #eatsleepreadlocal #moab #moabutah #booksale

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SALE ALERT! April 27 is Independent Bookstore Day, and what better way to celebrate than with discounted merch from your favorite local bookstore for miles??? Stop by in store on April 27 for half off any piece of Back of Beyond Books branded merch (hats! shirts! mugs! etc!) with a purchase of $50 or more. See you soon!! #backofbeyond #backofbeyondbooks #independentbookstoreday #indiebookstoreday #eatsleepreadlocal #moab #moabutah #booksale