The Lives of Rocks
The Lives of Rocks
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The Lives of Rocks

Written by Rick Bass
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Oct 1, 2007
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A New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice A Rocky Mountain News Best Book of the Year Finalist for the Story Prize At once expertly crafted and undeniably moving, these ten stories deftly explore our immutable connection with nature. The centerpiece of the collection is the arresting title story, in which a woman alone in her mountain cabin confronts a terminal illness. In the equally remarkable “Her First Elk,” the same character recalls her most memorable and significant hunting experience. Set in locations ranging from Montana to Texas to Mississippi, the remaining stories further illuminate the consequences of our attitudes toward the environment and each other. This masterly collection lays bare the essentials of life with unparalleled passion and grace..

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780618919666
    Publication Date
    October 1, 2007
    Publisher
    Houghton Mifflin
    Original Publication Date
    January 1, 2006
    Page Count
    224
    Audience
    Adult
    WorldCat Number (OCLC)
    180153642

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