{"title":"John N Maclean","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our selection of works by John N. Maclean, a distinguished author renowned for his engaging narrative style and insightful exploration of historical events. John N. Maclean is the son of Norman Maclean, the acclaimed author of \u003cem\u003eA River Runs Through It\u003c\/em\u003e, and he continues the family tradition of blending personal storytelling with profound themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMaclean’s work often delves into the realm of natural history and outdoor sports, particularly focusing on themes like fishing and the enduring bonds formed through shared experiences in nature. His book, \u003cem\u003eHome Waters\u003c\/em\u003e, is a beautiful homage to the landscapes and river that have deeply influenced his family for generations. Through his writing, he offers an intriguing look at the connection between humans and their natural surroundings, making it appealing to fans of both historical narratives and outdoor sports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating tales spun by John N. Maclean, perfect for readers who appreciate a blend of rich family legacy and the allure of the great outdoors. Step into his world and explore the intricate tapestry of nature and history that his books so masterfully present.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"home-waters-by-john-n-maclean-9780062944597","title":"Home Waters","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Beautiful. ... A lyrical companion to his father’s classic, \u003cem\u003eA River Runs through It\u003c\/em\u003e, chronicling their family’s history and bond with Montana’s Blackfoot River.” —\u003cem\u003eWashington Post\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA \"poetic\" and \"captivating\" (\u003cem\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/em\u003e) memoir about the power of place to shape generations, \u003cem\u003eHome Waters\u003c\/em\u003e is John N. Maclean's remarkable chronicle of his family's century-long love affair with Montana's majestic Blackfoot River, the setting for his father's classic novella, \u003cem\u003eA River Runs through It\u003c\/em\u003e. Maclean returns annually to the simple family cabin that his grandfather built by hand, still in search of the trout of a lifetime. When he hooks it at last, decades of longing promise to be fulfilled, inspiring John, reporter and author, to finally write the story he was born to tell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA book that will resonate with everyone who feels deeply rooted to a landscape, \u003cem\u003eHome Waters\u003c\/em\u003e is a portrait of a family who claimed a river, from one generation to the next, of how this family came of age in the 20th century and later as they scattered across the country, faced tragedy and success, yet were always drawn back to the waters that bound them together. Here are the true stories behind the beloved characters fictionalised in \u003cem\u003eA River Runs through It\u003c\/em\u003e, including the Reverend Maclean, the patriarch who introduced the family to fishing; Norman, who balanced a life divided between literature and the tug of the rugged West; and tragic yet luminous Paul (played by Brad Pitt in Robert Redford’s film adaptation), whose mysterious death has haunted the family and led John to investigate his uncle’s murder and reveal new details in these pages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA universal story about nature, family, and the art of fly fishing, Maclean’s memoir beautifully captures the inextricable ways our personal histories are linked to the places we come from—our home waters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeaturing twelve wood engravings by Wesley W. Bates and a map of the Blackfoot River region.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46546495373548,"sku":"9780062944597","price":48.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10650073482210.jpg?v=1749837970"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/john-n-maclean.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}