One Long River of Song: Notes on Wonder
One Long River of Song: Notes on Wonder
Book Brief
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Poem • Nonfiction
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
One Long River of Song: Notes on Wonder by Brian Doyle is a reflective collection of essays celebrating the extraordinary within the ordinary. Through vivid storytelling in pieces like "Joyas Voladoras" and "The Creature Beyond the Mountains," Doyle invites readers to appreciate life’s simple moments and embrace a sense of wonder and gratitude.
Contemplative
Emotional
Heartwarming
Inspirational
Serene
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Review Roundup
Brian Doyle's One Long River of Song: Notes on Wonder enchants readers with its lyrical prose and profound reflections on life's beauty. Reviewers praise Doyle's gift for transforming ordinary moments into spiritual revelations, though some feel the essays can verge on sentimentality. Overall, the collection is celebrated for its heartfelt, contemplative nature, offering a joyous exploration of wonder.
Who Should Read One Long River of Song: Notes on Wonder?
Readers who cherish One Long River of Song: Notes on Wonder by Brian Doyle are likely to enjoy lyrical and contemplative prose that celebrates life's beauty. Fans of Annie Dillard's Pilgrim at Tinker Creek and Mary Oliver's poetry, known for exploring nature and existence, will appreciate Doyle's thoughtful reflections on wonder and awe.
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One Long River of Song: Notes on Wonder is a posthumous collection that gathers essays from various publications to celebrate Brian Doyle's reflection on finding joy and awe in everyday moments.
Brian Doyle was known for his distinctive writing style, often characterized by long, flowing sentences that mimic the natural rhythm of conversation and storytelling.
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The book's title, One Long River of Song, reflects Doyle's belief in writing and life as continuous, interconnected experiences full of wonder and grace.
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Poem • Nonfiction
2019
Adult
18+ years
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