What they are saying about Defender of the Dunes

The story of Kathleen Goddard is inspirational because it shows how an “average” citizen can make such a difference in the world — by having enough interest and care to pursue what she thinks is right. Goddard’s diligence in saving the Nipomo Dunes is not just about the Nipomo Dunes, it is about human spirit, courage and stamina — the same qualities exhibited by heroines like Diane Fossey, Elizabeth Leakey and Amelia Earhardt. “I was fascinated! I commend Cornell for writing this — because without writers like her looking into heroic stories like this, such inspirations might be lost.
Hillary Hauser, Heal the Ocean

It amazes me still to realize that Kathleen Goddard Jones actually STOPPED the nuclear power plant on property PG&E had already purchased on the dunes. . . I had assumed this book would be tedious reading — it wasn’t — it was an interesting story of a person I had known only from one part of her life.
Bill Denneen, Dune Activist

Cornell has caught the very spirit of the woman — her determination, her passionate devotion, her ability to inspire and educate. I hope the book will find its way into the hands of us faltering defenders of our private sacred spaces, to lend us her determination.
Judith Goodman, Nature Activist and radio personality

The dialogue reads like Cornell was there taking notes!
Jack Beigle