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Jun 27, 2017 hear awardwinning environmental journalist cynthia barnett discuss her recent book rain. A natural and cultural history, longlisted for the 2015 national book award and finalist for the pene. Cynthia barnett is an environmental journalist and the author of three books, including rain. Writing with grace and imagination, cynthia barnett takes you on a journey into the heart of the most elemental force in our lives. Hear awardwinning environmental journalist cynthia barnett discuss her recent book rain.
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