Defying Palliser
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Defying Palliser
Author: Jim William Warren
language: en
Publisher: University of Regina Press
Release Date: 2012
After travelling through the Canadian prairies in 1857 and 1858, British adventurer John Palliser deemed a large portion of the region to be a near desert and unfit for agriculture. That reportedly disadvantaged area became known famously as Palliser's Triangle. In Defying Palliser, farmers and ranchers from southwest Saskatchewan and southeast Alberta--residents in the Palliser Triangle--tell how they have challenged Palliser's prediction. Incorporating the latest research on adaptive capacity and climate change, these stories of self-reliance, inventiveness and community solidarity reveal a remarkably resilient people who have adapted and survived in the driest, most drought-prone climate on the Canadian Prairies.
Transforming the Prairies
Transforming the Prairies proposes a new understanding of Canada’s Prairie Farm Rehabilitation Administration (PFRA), complicating common views of the agency as a model of effective government environmental management. Between 1935 and 2009, the PFRA promoted agricultural rehabilitation in and beyond the Canadian Prairies with mixed and equivocal results. The promotion of strip farming as a soil conservation technique, for example, left crops susceptible to sawfly infestations. The PFRA’s involvement in irrigation development in Ghana increased the local population’s vulnerability to various illnesses. And PFRA infrastructure construction intended to serve the public good failed to account for the interests of affected Indigenous peoples. The PFRA is revealed as being a high modernist state agency that produced varied environmental outcomes and that contributed to consolidating colonialism and racism. This investigation affirms the importance of engaging historical perspectives to help ensure that contemporary environmental management efforts support more just and sustainable futures.
Many Dimensions
In "Many Dimensions," Charles Williams weaves a masterful tapestry of metaphysical exploration and moral complexity, challenging the boundaries of time and space through a narrative steeped in both fantasy and philosophical inquiry. Set against the backdrop of a world where a mysterious and powerful gem intersects with human desires and spiritual truths, the story unfurls in a style that blends the vibrant imaginations of fantasy literature with the deeper intellectual currents of Christian theology. Williams skillfully employs rich symbolism and an intricate plot structure, reflecting his fascination with the nature of reality and divine transcendence, while engaging readers with elements of suspense and adventure. Charles Williams, a prominent figure in the Inklings'Äîa literary circle that included luminaries like C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien'Äîimbibed the complex theological and philosophical concerns of his era into his writings. His own experiences as a member of the Oxford literary community and his deep commitment to Christian mysticism informed his exploration of themes such as divine love, the interplay of good and evil, and the nuances of human existence in "Many Dimensions." Williams'Äôs unique perspective stems not only from his literary background but also from his beliefs, making this work a profound reflection of his philosophical inquiries. This captivating narrative invites readers to engage with profound questions about the nature of the universe and the divine. "Many Dimensions" is essential for those who relish richly layered stories that challenge conventional perceptions of reality. Its blend of imagination, spiritual inquiry, and moral reflection makes it a compelling read for fans of speculative fiction and those seeking deeper truths within the literary realm.