Carolyn Finney

Carolyn Finney

3 books

About the Author

Carolyn Finney is a renowned geographer, writer, and advocate for environmental justice, whose work explores the intersections of race, gender, and nature in American society. With a PhD in geography from Clark University, she has dedicated her career to challenging the dominant narratives that have historically excluded Black people and other marginalized communities from outdoor spaces and environmental discourse. Finney's insightful scholarship draws on personal experiences, cultural analysis, and interdisciplinary research to reframe humanity's relationship with the natural world. As a sought-after speaker and consultant, she inspires audiences to envision more inclusive landscapes. Her acclaimed book, Black Faces, White Spaces: Reimagining the Relationship of African Americans to the Great Outdoors, has become a cornerstone text in environmental studies, earning praise for its bold critique and hopeful vision.

Writing style
insightful accessible provocative

Books by Carolyn Finney