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In preparation for and during a trip to the Upper Midwest, I read this and other Olson collections. Readers who expect a linear exegesis of the Canadian wilderness will be disappointed, since Olson did very little in a linear way. Rather, this is an impressionistic and rambling journey through Olson's experiences north and south of the border. He evokes the world of loons and lakes as no one else can; however, the reader can't help but come away with the impression that he found muskeg and tundra far less interesting, and certainly less visually stunning, than his beloved Quetico-Superior wilderness. There's almost nothing here on people, customs, or other aspects of life in the far Northwest; instead, you're just spending some hours, or days, with Siggy and his Kalevalistic prose. This isn't bad -- in fact, it's pleasurable -- but readers should be aware that the description of this book on Amazon is not the book you will actually read.


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Runes Of The North FeslerLampert Minnesota Heritage Sigurd F Olson 9780816629947 Books Reviews

What I expected, thank you very much.
The best Boundary Waters/Quetico author.... a true land of beauty, mystique, Olson captures this spirit. Worth collecting. Go there, he'll be as good or better than all your pictures come winter.
Interesting read, however each chapter is kinda a book of its own. I especially enjoyed the chapter on "Wild Rice"
It's my first read of a book by Sigurd Olson.
Will read more in the future.
Delightful.
We have been to Northern Minnesota, where this author has written several books. When you read them, they truly take you to the woods and the lakes of this beautiful area. I am sure that anyone will enjoy reading them but especially if you have had the opportunity to visit this wonderful and untouched area.
Made to read slowly and savor
One of my all-time favorite authors who writes about his experience as a ranger in border country of the Superior National Forest Wilderness (called Quetico Superior then). His style is so lyrical I've used his books to read aloud to seniors in nursing homes who can't go outside anymore. Another of his books that paints a clear picture and records all the aspects of nature for the reader is The Singing Wilderness. A well-crafted read, immersing you in the spiritual beauty and peace of Nature.
In preparation for and during a trip to the Upper Midwest, I read this and other Olson collections. Readers who expect a linear exegesis of the Canadian wilderness will be disappointed, since Olson did very little in a linear way. Rather, this is an impressionistic and rambling journey through Olson's experiences north and south of the border. He evokes the world of loons and lakes as no one else can; however, the reader can't help but come away with the impression that he found muskeg and tundra far less interesting, and certainly less visually stunning, than his beloved Quetico-Superior wilderness. There's almost nothing here on people, customs, or other aspects of life in the far Northwest; instead, you're just spending some hours, or days, with Siggy and his Kalevalistic prose. This isn't bad -- in fact, it's pleasurable -- but readers should be aware that the description of this book on is not the book you will actually read.