--- product_id: 5581062 title: "The Open Space of Democracy" brand: "terry tempest williamsmary frank" price: "$38.53" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/5581062-the-open-space-of-democracy store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # The Open Space of Democracy **Brand:** terry tempest williamsmary frank **Price:** $38.53 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Open Space of Democracy by terry tempest williamsmary frank - **How much does it cost?** $38.53 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/5581062-the-open-space-of-democracy) ## Best For - terry tempest williamsmary frank enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted terry tempest williamsmary frank brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The Open Space of Democracy ## Images ![The Open Space of Democracy - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41GgSxUabeL.jpg) ![The Open Space of Democracy - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51gDzdB-sGL.jpg) ![The Open Space of Democracy - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31KbAlUni5L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Words sorely needed *by P***R on Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2007* Oh my. This book actually rates 10 stars in today's world. In this slim book, Terry Tempest Williams is calling for community, discussion, breaking out of boxes and labels and working together to solve our problems in democracy's open space. Throughout the book she defines what that open space should be and what would create it. How disheartening it is to know how far in the other direction we have gone in the 3 years since it has been published."In the open space of democracy, we engage the qualities of inquiry, intuition, and love as we become a dynamic citizenry, unafraid to exercise our shared knowledge and power. We can dissent. We can vote. We can step forward in times of terror with a confounding calm that will shatter fear and complacency."As was illustrated in a recent 60 Minutes piece, Terry Tempest Williams describes what a trip to the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge can do to open minds and souls."The power of nature is the power of a life in association. Nothing stands alone. On my haunches, I see a sunburst lichen attached to limestone; algae and fungi are working together to break down rock into soil. I cannot help but recognize a radical form of democracy at play. Each organism is rooted in its own biological niche, drawing its power from its relationship to other organisms. An equality of being contributes to an ecological state of health and succession."It is very unfortunate that this book is out of print. I wish it would be re-issued and distributed widely. The open space of democracy is waiting for us. ### ⭐⭐⭐ A bit too self indulgent *by S***N on Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2018* I wanted to love this, because I have loved listening to Terry speak and I really enjoyed reading Refuge. But I find this book too self indulgent. She's great at dropping repeatable quotes that are poetry in themselves, but it sometimes felt contrived, the way she arranged her stories and anecdotes to set up the poetic phrase. But the worst part to me was the story of how she and her neighbors became heroes of public engagement simply because they wanted to stop someone from developing more homes in their desert community. That isn't really heroic or revolutionary; it's the quite common story of "I got my house in this beautiful place, but I'm going to stop anyone else from doing the same."How many times has this quintessential American story unfolded? I just don't find it inspiring when someone's purported environmental activism is really rooted in their desire to maintain their property values. I don't doubt Terry's sincere commitment to environmental activism - the rest of her life shows that is genuine - but she was naive to think this example was so laudatory. It's really a well-worn story of neighbors trying to keep out the condos or other high-density development because it will harm their existing property values. It ruined the book for me. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ love her books *by A***R on Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2022* as always good read --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/5581062-the-open-space-of-democracy](https://www.desertcart.us/products/5581062-the-open-space-of-democracy) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-05-04*