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Coming Into the Country
Book • 1978
John McPhee's "Coming into the Country" is a non-fiction masterpiece that immerses the reader in the vast and often unforgiving landscape of Alaska.
McPhee masterfully weaves together personal narratives, historical accounts, and insightful observations to paint a vivid portrait of Alaskan life and culture.
The book explores the complexities of human interaction with the natural world, highlighting the challenges and rewards of living in such a remote and challenging environment.
McPhee's writing is both informative and evocative, capturing the beauty and power of the Alaskan wilderness.
"Coming into the Country" is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the human experience in the face of nature's grandeur.
McPhee masterfully weaves together personal narratives, historical accounts, and insightful observations to paint a vivid portrait of Alaskan life and culture.
The book explores the complexities of human interaction with the natural world, highlighting the challenges and rewards of living in such a remote and challenging environment.
McPhee's writing is both informative and evocative, capturing the beauty and power of the Alaskan wilderness.
"Coming into the Country" is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the human experience in the face of nature's grandeur.
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as a classic book about Alaska, praised for its writing style and storytelling.


Cal Newport

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Ep. 347: The Forgotten Phone Harms
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in reference to Ben Wassonbach's book, likening Wassonbach to a modern successor.


Cal Newport

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Ep. 362: The Texting Dilemma
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as a book offering a glimpse into Alaska.


Tim Ferriss

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as McPhee's number one selling book, which is about Alaska.


Noel Rubinton

Noel Rubinton, "Looking for a Story: A Complete Guide to the Writings of John McPhee" (Princeton UP, 2025)
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as McPhee's book about Alaska.


Noel Rubinton

Noel Rubinton, "Looking for a Story: A Complete Guide to the Writings of John McPhee" (Princeton UP, 2025)