THE WORLD ENGAGED is a diverse collection of nature writing. The selections here range from the conventional to the experimental, from the deeply personal to the philosophical. Much of this poetry and prose has been taken from previous publications. Subject and style vary greatly, but it all comes from seasoned writers with keen eyes for their natural surroundings. Past contributors to Wood Thrush Books publications are represented here - Walt Franklin, Jeanne Shannon, Benjamin Green, William Weiss, Helen Ruggieri, Scott King, and half a dozen others - along with new contributors like Stuart Bartow, Susan Cohen, Alan Catlin, Vicki Graham and several more. There's something in this anthology for everyone who feels the tug of wild nature.