“As I get considerably beyond the biblical allotment of three score years and ten, I feel with increasing intensity that I can express my gratitude for still being around on the oxygen-side of the earth's crust only by not standing pat on what I have hitherto known and loved. While oxygen lasts, there are still new things to love, especially if compassion is a form of love.”
Quote by Norman Maclean
Work
Young Men and Fire: Twenty-fifth Anniversary Edition
This book is a detailed examination of a catastrophic wildfire in the American West, focusing on the events leading up to the disaster, the fire's rapid spread, and the subsequent investigation. The author delves into the psychological and social aspects of the tragedy, providing a comprehensive look at the complexities of wildfire management and human resilience in the face of nature's fury. more
Author
Norman Maclean
Norman Maclean was an American author known for his works 'A River Runs Through It' and 'Young Men and Fire'. His writing is characterized by its deep insights into nature and human emotions. more
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