Joseph Wood Krutch was an influential American author, naturalist, critic, and playwright, known for his insightful writings that bridge literature and environmentalism. Born in 1893 in Knoxville, Tennessee, he had a profound appreciation for nature and the environment, which significantly influenced his literary work. He became a prominent voice of the American nature movement, advocating for ecological awareness during a time when such themes were often overlooked in mainstream literature. Krutch’s work often explored...