The witty and haunting narration, a masterpiece of vernacular in the tradition of Twain, follows the events of the Two Medicine country's summer: the tide of sheep moving into the high country, the capering Fourth of July rodeo and community dance, and an end-of-August forest fire high in the Rockies that brings the book, as well as the McCaskill family's struggle within itself, to a stunning climax. It is a season of escapade as well as drama, during which fourteen-year-old Jick comes of age. Through his eyes we see those nearest and dearest to him at a turning point -- "where all four of our lives made their bend" -- and discover along with him his own connection to the land, to history, and to the deep-fathomed mysteries of one's kin and one's self.
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The witty and haunting narration, a masterpiece of vernacular in the tradition of Twain, follows the events of the Two Medicine country's summer: the tide of sheep moving into the high country, the capering Fourth of July rodeo and community dance, and an end-of-August forest fire high in the Rockies that brings the book, as well as the McCaskill family's struggle within itself, to a stunning climax. It is a season of escapade as well as drama, during which fourteen-year-old Jick comes of age. Through his eyes we see those nearest and dearest to him at a turning point -- "where all four of our lives made their bend" -- and discover along with him his own connection to the land, to history, and to the deep-fathomed mysteries of one's kin and one's self.
Imprint | Scribner Book Company |
Country of origin | United States |
Series | Montana Trilogy |
Release date | June 2005 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 10 - 15 working days |
First published | June 2005 |
Authors | Ivan Doig |
Dimensions | 196 x 132 x 28mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback - Trade |
Pages | 352 |
Edition | 1st Scribner trade pbk. ed |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-7432-7127-1 |
Barcode | 9780743271271 |
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LSN | 0-7432-7127-0 |