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One Long River of Song: Notes on Wonder

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Book Synopsis: From a “born storyteller” (Seattle Times), this playful and moving bestselling book of essays invites us into the miraculous and transcendent moments of everyday life. When Brian Doyle passed away at the age of sixty after a bout with brain cancer, he left behind a cult-like following of devoted readers who regard his writing as one of the best-kept secrets of the twenty-first century. Doyle writes with a delightful sense of wonder about the sanctity of everyday things, and about love and connection in all their forms: spiritual love, brotherly love, romantic love, and even the love of a nine-foot sturgeon. At a moment when the world can sometimes feel darker than ever, Doyle’s writing, which constantly evokes the humor and even bliss that life affords, is a balm. His essays manage to find, again and again, exquisite beauty in the quotidian, whether it’s the awe of a child the first time she hears a river, or a husband’s whiskers that a grieving widow misses seeing in her sink every morning. Through Doyle’s eyes, nothing is dull. David James Duncan sums up Doyle’s sensibilities best in his introduction to the collection: “Brian Doyle lived the pleasure of bearing daily witness to quiet glories hidden in people, places and creatures of little or no size, renown, or commercial value, and he brought inimitably playful or soaring or aching or heartfelt language to his tellings.” A life’s work, One Long River of Song invites readers to experience joy and wonder in ordinary moments that become, under Doyle’s rapturous and exuberant gaze, extraordinary.

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Experience the extraordinary in the ordinary with One Long River of Song: Notes on Wonder Book. This bestselling collection of essays by Brian Doyle will transport you to a world where everyday life is filled with miraculous and transcendent moments. Doyle's writing, hailed as one of the best-kept secrets of the twenty-first century, captures the sanctity of everyday things and celebrates love in all its forms - from spiritual and brotherly love to romantic love and even the love for a nine-foot sturgeon.

In a world that often feels dark and heavy, One Long River of Song offers a refreshing perspective that evokes humor, bliss, and a sense of wonder. Doyle's essays beautifully reveal the exquisite beauty in the quotidian - from a child's awe upon hearing a river for the first time to the small details that hold profound meaning in our lives.

David James Duncan perfectly captures the essence of Doyle's work in his introduction to the collection: "Brian Doyle lived the pleasure of bearing daily witness to quiet glories hidden in people, places and creatures of little or no size, renown, or commercial value." With his playful, soaring, aching, and heartfelt language, Doyle invites you to join him in his celebration of the hidden gems that often go unnoticed.

One Long River of Song is not just a book; it's a transformative experience that will fill your heart with joy and wonder. Embrace the power of the ordinary and embark on a journey of discovery with Doyle as your guide. Don't miss out on this extraordinary collection - get your copy of One Long River of Song today and unlock a world of beauty and inspiration that awaits in the pages.

Get your copy of One Long River of Song now and delve into the awe-inspiring stories that will leave you with a renewed appreciation for the miracles of everyday life.

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