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Dedicated to the People of Darfur: Writings on Fear, Risk, and Hope

Dedicated to the People of Darfur: Writings on Fear, Risk, and Hope

Professor Luke Reynolds (Editor), Jennifer Reynolds (Editor), Professor George Saunders (Foreword by), Professor Kim Edwards (Contributions by), Professor John Bensko (Contributions by), Professor Sarah Stone (Contributions by), Professor Jim Shephard (Contributions by), Professor Steve Almond (Contributions by), Professor Beth Alvardo (Contributions by), Professor Jane Armstrong (Contributions by), Professor Jimmy Baca (Contributions by), Professor Sherwin Bitsui (Contributions by), Professor Robert Boswell (Contributions by), Professor Paula Buck (Contributions by), Professor Lindsey Collen (Contributions by), Professor Ann Cummins (Contributions by), Professor Gail Dines (Contributions by), Professor Judy Doenges (Contributions by), Professor Michael Dunn (Contributions by), Professor John Dufresne (Contributions by), Professor Andrew Greig (Contributions by), Professor Tom Grimes (Contributions by), Professor JC Hallman (Contributions by), Professor Ron Hansen (Contributions by), Professor Robert Jensen (Contributions by), Professor Nancy Johnson (Contributions by), Professor Kristen Keckler (Contributions by), Professor Betsy Lerner (Contributions by), Professor EJ Levy (Contributions by), Professor Philip Lopate (Contributions by), Professor Frank McCourt (Contributions by), Professor James McPherson (Contributions by), Professor Lynn Phillips (Contributions by), Professor John Prendergast (Contributions by), Professor John Robinson (Contributions by), Professor Jane Smiley (Contributions by), Professor Debra Spark (Contributions by), Professor Peter Turchi (Contributions by), Professor Ishmael Beah (Contributions by), Professor Lynne Kelly (Contributions by), Professor Ann Hood (Contributions by), Professor Uzodinma Iweala (Contributions by), Professor Nadine Gordimer (Contributions by), Professor Linda Hogan (Contributions by), Professor Bill Roorbach (Contributions by), Professor Christopher Doyle (Contributions by), Professor Howard Zinn (Contributions by), Professor Robert Pinsky (Contributions by), Professor Craig Walzer (Contributions by)
Current price: $65.00
Publication Date: September 11th, 2009
Publisher:
Rutgers University Press
ISBN:
9780813546179
Pages:
256

Description

Life's changes. They happen every day. Some large, some small. A few are very personal. Others impact the world. Dedicated to the People of Darfur: Writings on Fear, Risk, and Hope includes original and inspiring essays that celebrate the glories gained from taking risks, breaking down barriers, and overcoming any obstacles.

Nobel and Pulitzer Prize winners, a gallery of O.Henry award recipients, and many best-selling authors come together to share personal and compelling challenges and experiences. From contemplations on past drug use to reflections on gun control, social justice, passion and its sacrifices, and adventures such as skydiving, mountain climbing, and golfing, the topics vary greatly. This kaleidoscopic anthology is a commentary on the lives of prominent literary artists and ordinary citizens who have made simple, yet powerful choices that provoked change in one's self and for humanityùmuch the same way that Luke and Jennifer Reynolds do by building this invaluable collection for readers and the world of human rights.

Not too long ago, as struggling graduate students, Luke and Jennifer Reynolds conceived this uniquely themed volume as a way to raise funds to support ending the genocide in Darfur. Some people carry signs, others make speeches, many take action. What is most special about this book is that it extends beyond words and ideas, into a tangible effort to effect change. To this end, all royalties from the sales of Dedicated to the People of Darfur:Writings on Fear, Risk, and Hope will benefit The Save Darfur Coalition, an organization that seeks to end the genocide in Darfur, Sudan.

About the Author

LUKE and JENNIFER REYNOLDS are both passionate about human rights causes and literature. Currently they live in Marlborough, Massachusetts, with their son, Tyler. LUKE is a teacher and writer and JENNIFER is a freelance writer and full-time mother.