A beautiful portrait of the land I love in the American west, pitted against all ill and evil man can do. Really engaging set pieces, some of the best descriptions I’ve read, sprawling prose. The worst parts of being a man amidst beautiful and unforgiving country. Side note if you meet someone who says this book is “awesome”, run quickly.
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Jun 12, 2025

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