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Home Waters: A Chronicle of Family and a River

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Book Synopsis: “Beautiful. ... A lyrical companion to his father’s classic, A River Runs through It, chronicling their family’s history and bond with Montana’s Blackfoot River.”—Washington Post
A “poetic” and “captivating” (Publishers Weekly) memoir about the power of place to shape generations, Home Waters is John N. Maclean’s remarkable chronicle of his family’s century-long love affair with Montana’s majestic Blackfoot River, the setting for his father’s classic novella, A River Runs through It. Maclean returns annually to the simple family cabin that his grandfather built by hand, still in search of the trout of a lifetime. When he hooks it at last, decades of longing promise to be fulfilled, inspiring John, reporter and author, to finally write the story he was born to tell. A book that will resonate with everyone who feels deeply rooted to a landscape, Home Waters is a portrait of a family who claimed a river, from one generation to the next, of how this family came of age in the 20th century and later as they scattered across the country, faced tragedy and success, yet were always drawn back to the waters that bound them together. Here are the true stories behind the beloved characters fictionalized in A River Runs through It, including the Reverend Maclean, the patriarch who introduced the family to fishing; Norman, who balanced a life divided between literature and the tug of the rugged West; and tragic yet luminous Paul (played by Brad Pitt in Robert Redford’s film adaptation), whose mysterious death has haunted the family and led John to investigate his uncle’s murder and reveal new details in these pages. A universal story about nature, family, and the art of fly fishing, Maclean’s memoir beautifully captures the inextricable ways our personal histories are linked to the places we come from—our home waters. Featuring twelve wood engravings by Wesley W. Bates and a map of the Blackfoot River region.

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Discover the captivating power of a family's love affair with Montana's majestic Blackfoot River in John N. Maclean's memoir, Home Waters: A Chronicle of Family and a River. This lyrical companion to his father's classic, A River Runs through It, takes readers on a journey through generations, tracing the family's deep connection with the river. As the Washington Post has described it, this book is "beautiful" and "poetic," making it a must-read for anyone who appreciates the transformative power of place.

Step into the world of the Maclean family as they return year after year to their simple family cabin on the Blackfoot River—the very same cabin that Maclean's grandfather built with his own hands. Home Waters is not just a memoir; it's a celebration of the bond between family and nature, as well as a reflection on the impact of a landscape on the shaping of a family's history. Immerse yourself in a story that spans the 20th century and reveals the true stories behind the beloved characters from A River Runs through It. Norman, the literary soul torn between two worlds, and Paul, whose mysterious death becomes a catalyst for a powerful investigation—these characters come to life in the pages of Maclean's compelling narrative.

Are you fascinated by the art of fly fishing? Do you yearn to be connected to a landscape that is deeply rooted in your soul? If so, Home Waters is the perfect companion for your journey. Through Maclean's exquisite storytelling, you will experience the profound interplay between nature, family, and the pursuit of the perfect catch. It's a universal story that resonates with anyone who carries within them a love for their home waters.

Don't miss out on the chance to delve into the rich tapestry of the Maclean family's legacy on Montana's Blackfoot River. Click here to embark on a timeless adventure through generations and experience the unbreakable bond between family, nature, and the art of fly fishing. Your journey awaits!

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