{"title":"Sigurd F. Olson","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating world of Sigurd F. Olson, a revered author whose works transport readers to the serene and majestic landscapes of the North American wilderness. Olson's writings masterfully blend nature and humanity, offering profound insights into the intricate relationship between the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in 1899, Sigurd F. Olson spent much of his life exploring and advocating for the conservation of pristine natural environments. His passion for the outdoors is vividly reflected in his books, notably the acclaimed \u003cem\u003eReflections from the North Country\u003c\/em\u003e. This collection provides a contemplative journey through the rugged beauty of the North, inviting readers to experience the tranquillity and splendour of untamed nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOlson's works fall under the Travel \u0026amp; Adventure category, appealing to those with a deep appreciation for nature and a yearning for exploration. His eloquent prose is both educational and inspiring, encouraging readers to pause and reflect on the importance of preserving our natural world. Whether you are an avid adventurer or simply cherish a good armchair travel read, the works of Sigurd F. Olson promise a rewarding and thought-provoking experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"reflections-from-the-north-country-by-sigurd-f-olson-9780816629930","title":"Reflections from the North Country","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOlson's wilderness philosophy, now in paperback for the first time.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten in the last years of his life, \u003ci\u003eReflections from the North Country\u003c\/i\u003e is often considered Sigurd Olson's most intellectually significant work. In an account alive with anecdote and insight, Olson outlines the wilderness philosophy he developed while working as an outspoken advocate for the conservation of America's natural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBased on speeches delivered at town meetings and government hearings, this book joins \u003ci\u003eThe Singing Wilderness\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eListening Point\u003c\/i\u003e as the core of Olson's work. Upon its initial publication in 1976, \u003ci\u003eReflections from the North Country\u003c\/i\u003e, with Olson's unique combination of lyrical nature writing and activism, became an inspiration to the burgeoning environmental movement, selling over 46,000 copies in hardcover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this wide-ranging work, Olson evokes the soaring grace of raven, osprey, and eagle, the call of the loon, and the song of the hermit thrush. He challenges the reader to loosen the grasp of technology and the rush of contemporary life and make room for a sense of wonder heightened by being in nature. From evolution to the meaning and power of solitude, Olson meditates on the human condition, offering eloquent testimony to the joys and truths he discovered in his beloved north-country wilderness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eISBN 0-8166-2993-5 Paper £14.95 COBE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e192 pages 12 line drawings 5 1\/2 x 8 1\/4 September\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFesler-Lampert Minnesota Heritage Book Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTranslation inquiries: Knopf\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072357056748,"sku":"9780816629930","price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20511683482478.jpg?v=1765096990"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/sigurd-f-olson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}