Jessica J. Lee

About the Author

Jessica J. Lee is an acclaimed author and environmental historian whose writing weaves personal memoir with profound reflections on nature and human experience. Born in Canada to a Taiwanese mother and Welsh father, she has spent much of her life exploring the intersections of culture, ecology, and identity through her travels across continents. With a PhD in environmental history, Lee draws on her academic background to craft narratives that illuminate the beauty and fragility of the natural world. Her debut book, Turning, a lyrical account of swimming in forty-two lakes across Europe, established her as a distinctive voice in contemporary nature writing, earning international praise for its introspective depth and evocative prose. Lee's work continues to inspire readers to reconnect with the landscapes that shape our lives.