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Book Synopsis: When Norman Maclean sent the manuscript of A River Runs through It and Other Stories to New York publishers, he received a slew of rejections. One editor, so the story goes, replied, "it has trees in it." Forty years later, the title novella is recognized as one of the great American tales of the twentieth century, and Maclean as one of the most beloved writers of our time. The finely distilled product of a long life of often surprising rapture-for fly-fishing, for the woods, for the interlocked beauty of life and art-A River Runs through It has established itself as a classic of the American West. This new edition will introduce a fresh audience to Maclean's beautiful prose and understated emotional insights. Elegantly redesigned, A River Runs through It includes a new foreword by Robert Redford, director of the Academy Award-winning 1992 film adaptation of River. Based on Maclean's own experiences as a young man, the book's two novellas and short story are set in the small towns and mountains of western Montana. It is a world populated with drunks, loggers, card sharks, and whores, but also one rich in the pleasures of fly-fishing, logging, cribbage, and family. By turns raunchy and elegiac, these superb tales express, in Maclean's own words, "a little of the love I have for the earth as it goes by."
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Looking for a book that will transport you to the breathtaking landscapes of the American West? Look no further than "A River Runs through It and Other Stories". Written by the beloved author Norman Maclean, this timeless collection of novellas and short stories will captivate you from the very first page.
Maclean's powerful storytelling takes you on a journey through the small towns and mountains of western Montana, where the beauty of nature and the intricacies of human relationships intermingle. From loggers to card sharks, every character comes to life with vivid detail, immersing you in a world rich in both grit and allure.
What sets "A River Runs through It" apart is Maclean's exquisite prose and his ability to convey deep emotional insights with subtlety. His words will tug at your heartstrings and stir within you a profound appreciation for the interconnectedness of life and art. Prepare yourself for a literary experience that will leave you spellbound.
This new edition of "A River Runs through It" is thoughtfully designed to bring Maclean's work to a fresh audience. It features an elegantly redesigned format and includes a new foreword by Robert Redford, the director of the Academy Award-winning film adaptation. This endorsement from Redford himself is a testament to the enduring impact of Maclean's writing.
If you have a love for the great outdoors, this book is a must-read. Maclean's own passion for fly-fishing and the natural world shine through his words, inviting you to experience the wonders of nature alongside his characters. Prepare to be inspired, uplifted, and moved by the remarkable beauty that Maclean so masterfully captures.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to delve into the extraordinary world of "A River Runs through It and Other Stories". Click here to get your copy today and embark on a literary journey that will leave an indelible mark on your soul.
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