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Agrarian author, environmentalist Wendell Berry dead at 92
Summary by Christgiving Editorial Desk Christina Grube , as published by World Magazine
· September 1, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway He was 92 years old at the time of his death.
Wendell Berry, a prominent author and environmentalist, has passed away. He was 92 years old at the time of his death. Berry was known for his work related to agrarian issues.
Further details about his life and passing are available from the source. The source reports his death, providing some information about his background and accomplishments. More information can be found in the original report, which includes a brief overview of Berry's life and work as an author and environmentalist.
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Category: missions Published: September 1, 2026 Source: World Magazine Reading time: 1 min
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