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by Sigurd F Olson (Author), Leslie Kouba (Illustrator) "While I have known many frontiers over the continent, it is the era of the fur trade and exploration in the Northwest that has intrigued..." (more)
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Product Details

  • Hardcover: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Knopf; 1st edition (September 12, 1976)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0394402650
  • ISBN-13: 978-0394402659
  • Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.9 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12.5 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #787,158 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A thoughful, compelling book useful in today's hectic world., November 3, 1998
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Here in the late twentieth century as the pace of life seems to quicken daily, Sigurd Olson's "Reflections from the North Country" offers a calm refuge and thoughtful perspective with which to deal with our hectic world. Olson was an outdoorsman and sage, and has provided in this book a series of essays drawn from his lifelong love affair with the great out of doors.

The truly refreshing aspect of the book is its ability to drop a mantle of calm around the reader. In simple, evocative language supported by obvious deep thought Olson helps one reflect on the pace and values we keep today. Essay titles such as Timelessness, Great Silences, Search for Meaning, Harmony, Beauty, Freedom, Contemplation hint at the breadth of this book.

If interested in retreating from and reflecting on our world today, this is an excellent companion with which to do so. Though written more than twenty years ago, it is timeless in its ability to reach deep into our souls.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Lure of Voyageurs, February 11, 1999
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I first learned about Olson from a canoe instructer. On overnight camping trips he would often read a passage from Sigurd Olson to get us to reflect on the beauty of nature around us. Olson's work has a charisma that can not be found by any other writer. Reflections of The North Country was the first of Olson's books that I have had the privledge to read. I read the hardcover version, and found it to be food for the soal. In the hectic modern world that we live in today it is wonderful to learn from the wisdom of the ages, and get back to nature. Reflections is a compilation of beautifully writtin essays written by the late Sigurd Olson as he neared the end of his life. He looks back on the bygone era, and lure of the old French Canadian Voyageur, and describes many of his own voyages by canoe. I would recommend this book and others by Olson to anyone who loves the outdoors.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Timeless, September 20, 2004
This book compiles some of Olson's best writings. In it, his last book, Olson further explores the concept of self-reflection and self-discovery through wilderness solace. His writing will be of interest to anyone who enjoys the outdoors (especially canoeing), but also readers who enjoy general contemporary philosophy.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Classic!
What a great read, just a pleasure to read the works of Sigurd. His stories give a real feel for what it is like in nature and gives a desire to enjoy the outdoors! Read more
Published 18 months ago by Walter C. Skrzypek

5.0 out of 5 stars Compelling collection of classic essays but raises questions for today's readers
This book consists of 28 essays, each a few pages long. The essays discuss general themes related to the outdoors, with reference to the North Country from Minnesota to Alaska... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Arthur Digbee

5.0 out of 5 stars Peace & Serenity
Every small story in this book seems to bring us peace & serenity. Sigurd brings out the part of a person that is called to nature and is connected with the earth. Read more
Published 24 months ago by RC

5.0 out of 5 stars Best wilderness book
This is the best book ever written on wilderness.
Published on November 6, 2003 by craig

5.0 out of 5 stars get in touch
although the theme here is obvious. the thing i liked best about this book was how it brought attention to the many overlooked things in life. a must read for outdoor enthusiasts
Published on March 10, 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Don't leave home without it.
Read this book before, during and after any trip into the BWCA, or Quetico (or for that matter any trip into the wilderness). It will highten (enlighten) the experience.
Published on October 28, 2001 by John Depa

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