Living on Earth Profile Series #20: Edward Abbey: Voice of the Desert Southwest

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Author Edward Abbey wrote passionately of the unique and unspoiled beauty of the desert Southwest in his many novels and non-fiction writings. From Arizona, George Hardeen profiles Abbey and the impact of his word paintings.

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