“The Richest of Fare: Seeking Spiritual Security in the Sonoran Desert” is a book by Phyllis Strupp. This book is filled with beautiful photographs of the desert in Arizona. I found the photos to be beautifully taken and a great expression of artistic perspective. The descriptions pf the desert life and lifestyle was enchanting.

What I found confusing though, was the inter-dispersed scripture with no real tie to the rest of the book. This is like three books in one. First, there’s a travel guide to living in the desert areas of the Southwestern United States. Then, a beautiful photograph journey to acquaint the reader with desert wildlife and flora. Third, a comparison of true Biblical Scripture and scientific research.

I was not real impressed, although it is obvious that there was an incredible amount of work put into this project. If you are looking for a book that will give you an overview of desert life. This is a good one. If you are going to take a trip into the Sonoran Desert, (where both the authors and I live) then this would be interesting reading while you are driving. But, if you are looking for a spiritual guide or comparison of the Old Testament to modern living in the desert and Jesus’ experiences, then this is not the book.


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