Norman Maclean Knihy

This definitive survey reveals the changing nature of our wildlife, why we should be concerned, and what we can do about it.

Just as Norman Maclean writes at the end of "A River Runs Through It" that he is "haunted by waters," so have readers been haunted by his novella. A retired English professor who began writing fiction at the age of 70, Maclean produced what is now recognized as one of the classic American stories of the twentieth century. Originally published in 1976, A River Runs Through It and Other Stories now celebrates its twenty-fifth anniversary, marked by this new edition that includes a foreword by Annie Proulx.Maclean grew up in the western Rocky Mountains in the first decades of the twentieth century. As a young man he worked many summers in logging camps and for the United States Forest Service. The two novellas and short story in this collection are based on his own experiences—the experiences of a young man who found that life was only a step from art in its structures and beauty. The beauty he found was in reality, and so he leaves a careful record of what it was like to work in the woods when it was still a world of horse and hand and foot, without power saws, "cats," or four-wheel drives. Populated with drunks, loggers, card sharks, and whores, and set in the small towns and surrounding trout streams and mountains of western Montana, the stories concern themselves with the complexities of fly fishing, logging, fighting forest fires, playing cribbage, and being a husband, a son, and a father.

This book is a moving tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of soldiers who have fought for their countries throughout history. It includes prayers, hymns, and poems that help to capture the spirit of those who have given their lives for their fellow citizens.

Collection of three Western stories, featuring the title piece about the relationship between a father and his two sons, bound together by love and fly fishing.

From its first magnificent sentence, "In our family, there was no clear line between religion and fly fishing," to the last, "I am haunted by waters," A River Runs Through It is an American classic. Based on Norman Maclean's childhood experiences, A River Runs Through It has established itself as one of the most moving stories of our time; it captivates readers with vivid descriptions of life along Montana's Big Blackfoot River and its near magical blend of fly fishing with the troubling affections of the heart.This handsome edition is designed and illustrated by Barry Moser. There are thirteen two-color wood engravings.Norman Maclean (1902-90), woodsman, scholar, teacher, and storyteller, grew up in the Western Rocky Mountains of Montana and worked for many years in logging camps and for the United States Forestry Service before beginning his academic career. He retired from the University of Chicago in 1973.

Tells what happened on August 5, 1949 in Man Gulch, Montana when fifteen smokejumpers came to fight a forest fire.

Struggling with feelings of inadequacy, Sam navigates the challenges of adolescence while feeling overshadowed by his accomplished peers and his younger brother, Gobby, a secret prodigy. His journey is further complicated by his parents' deteriorating marriage and the emotional turmoil of watching his crush become involved with his best friend. This coming-of-age story explores themes of self-identity, familial relationships, and the challenges of finding one's place in a competitive world.

The book is a significant historical work that has been out of print for decades, highlighting its importance throughout human history. To ensure its preservation for future generations, it has been modernized with clear, readable text through reformatting and retyping, rather than relying on scanned copies. This effort aims to keep the work accessible and relevant, allowing new readers to engage with its content.