“We are born haunted, he said, his voice weak, but still clear. Haunted by our fathers and mothers and daughters, and by people we don't remember. We are haunted by otherness, by the path not taken, by the life unlived. We are haunted by the changing winds and the ebbing tides of history. And even as our own flame burns brightest, we are haunted by the embers of the first dying fire. But mostly, said Lord Jim, we are haunted by ourselves.”
In 'West of Here,' the reader is taken on a journey through the vast and rugged landscapes of the American West. The story delves into the complexities of human existence, examining the search for identity and the impact of the environment on the characters' lives. The narrative is rich with vivid descriptions of the natural world, reflecting the profound connection between people and their surroundings. more
Jonathan Evison is an American writer born in 1968. His works are known for their humor and insightful social commentary, primarily focusing on contemporary American culture and societal issues. more
“God never made an ugly landscape. All that sun shines on is beautiful, so long as it is wild.”