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Sigurd F. Olson, The Singing Wilderness. Hardbound in glassine-protected dust jacket. NY: Knopf, 1971. X, 245 pages. Illustrated, map. Book and dust jacket fine. $20.
The Singing Wilderness is a seminal work by Sigurd F. Olson, first published in 1956, that captures the essence of the Quetico-Superior wilderness area in northern Minnesota and northwestern Ontario. Through a series of reflective essays, Olson delves into the profound connection between humans and nature, illustrating the deep spiritual and emotional resonance found in the natural world. His evocative prose brings to life the sights, sounds, and rhythms of the wilderness, from the haunting calls of loons to the tranquil movement of a canoe across a still lake. The book emphasizes the importance of solitude, silence, and the timeless beauty of the natural landscape, offering readers a meditative journey into one of North America's most pristine environments.
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