John Zlatnik

The natural world is a living presence open to us all. It can be a powerful force in our physical and mental health as we learn to accept things as they are, and then work for change as we are drawn to do. These poems are rooted in close observation of the natural world  and human encounters. They seek to witness the world without judgment and to honor what is. Influenced by the spirit of John Muir and the contemplative insight of Buddhism, these verses explore the deep connection between inner and outer landscapes.
For readers who cherish wilderness, and the quiet wonder of being alive, here you will find a gentle invitation: to see more deeply, to feel more fully, and to remember that we belong to the living world.