Edward Abbey

Edward Abbey (1927-1989) was an American author and essayist noted for his advocacy of environmental issues, criticism of public land policies, and anarchist political views. Born in Pennsylvania, Abbey spent much of his life in the American Southwest, which greatly influenced his writing. He is best known for his novel "The Monkey Wrench Gang," which has inspired environmental activists. Abbey's work often celebrates the beauty of nature and critiques the advancement of modern civilization over wilderness. Despite controversy over his direct-action advocacy, Abbey remains a significant figure in American literature and environmental movements, remembered for his rugged individualism, provocative prose, and impassioned defense of the natural world.