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The Great River: The Making and Unmaking of the Mississippi by Boyce Upholt is an extraordinary narrative that immerses readers in the rich history of one of America's most significant natural landmarks—the Mississippi River. This profound exploration not only recounts the river's storied past but also highlights its critical role in shaping the cultures and lives of those who inhabit its banks.
This gripping book invites you to discover the complex relationship between humanity and the great river, detailing how it transformed from a revered natural wonder into a site of engineering ambition and environmental strife. Upholt navigates this intricate history with insight and passion, showcasing the myriad challenges faced from the era of Thomas Jefferson to contemporary ecological crises.
Key features of The Great River include:
Upholt’s engaging prose not only recounts historical struggles but also raises pressing questions about our current relationship with nature. This book serves as both a cautionary tale and a hopeful vision for the future, underscoring the urgent need to achieve harmony with the environment. The Great River is a must-read for anyone captivated by nature, history, and the enduring challenges of environmental stewardship.
ISBN: | 9780393867879 |
Author: | Boyce Upholt |
Format: | Hardback |
Imprint: | WW Norton & Co |
Publisher: | WW Norton & Co |
Dimensions: | 240 x 161 x 31 mm |
Publication Date: | 19 July, 2024 |
Pagination: | 352 pages, 20 illustrations; 3 maps |
Weight: | 544g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’