Author Archives for Thomas Dean

About Thomas Dean

I write, edit, and teach at the University of Iowa. My latest book, Tallgrass Conversations: In Search of the Prairie Spirit (Ice Cube Press), co-authored with Cindy Crosby, reflects my desire to engage creatively with our natural world through writing and photography.

Contemplative Peregrination as Nature Walk

September 12, 2020 7:00 pm Published by Thomas Dean 1 Comment

There are many ways to take a hike, especially with camera in hand. A time-honored way of experiencing a foray... Read More →

Nature’s Abundance

May 11, 2020 6:00 pm Published by Thomas Dean Leave your thoughts

Scarcity and abundance define so much in our lives. Modern capitalism and modern society are based on scarcity—the idea that... Read More →

Lessons from the Remnant: Resilience and Care

April 13, 2020 6:00 pm Published by Thomas Dean 4 Comments

In these days of so much human restriction, the natural world can provide us with great benefit—opportunities to just get... Read More →

The Unique Wonder of Late Summer on the Prairie

September 16, 2019 6:00 pm Published by Thomas Dean 4 Comments

I find late summer a fascinating time on the prairie. As the seasons wax and wane, the prairie is always... Read More →