A Year in the Maine Woods

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Summary: A very enjoyable read.
Review: Very enjoyable. Gained a greater appreciation for the subtle aspects of nature. Made me want to go camping again. Written in a very candid and personal style.

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Summary: taught me how to look and see "mundane" things more clearly
Review: We just took a vacation to Maine, in the same area the author stays for a year. It was great to see the descriptions of the countryside over the 4 seasons - not just the one that we saw. The author clearly describes nature and the intricate workings and interactions of all the plants and animals - especially insects and ravens. I felt sad that he saw so much so clearly, but did not (I am guessing) see God's hand in the creation of the finely tuned machine of nature. I never thought of lumbering as an environmental tool, so that was interesting. Loved the drawings of the plants and insects. Next walk I take will be a longer, more conscious one, thanks to this book.