I Heard the Owl Call My Name: Picador Classic by Margaret Craven (English) Paper

Description: I Heard the Owl Call My Name by Margaret Craven A classic of Canadian literature and a vivid, moving story of the clash - and coming together - of cultures. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description With an introduction by author Cynan JonesAmid the grandeur of British Columbia stands the village of Kingcome, a place of salmon runs and ancient totems. Yet in this Eden of such natural beauty and richness, the old culture is under attack - slowly being replaced by prefab houses and alcoholism. Into this world, where an entire generation of young people has become disenchanted and alienated from their heritage, steps Mark Brian, a young vicar sent to the small isolated parish by his church.This is Marks journey of discovery, a journey that will teach him about life, death, and the transforming power of love. An outstanding and much-acclaimed first novel, I Heard the Owl Call My Name by Margaret Craven is a story of great perception and wisdom. Back Cover Here every bird and fish knew its course. Every tree had its own place upon this earth. Only man had lost his way. When Mark Brian, a young priest, is sent to the Indian village of Kingcome in British Columbia, he finds himself in an astonishing place of salmon runs and ancient totems. Yet amidst the beauty, the old culture is under attack, slowly being replaced by prefab houses and alcoholism. Mark has not long to live, and so he sets about sharing the hunting and fishing, the festivals and funerals, the joys and sorrows of a once proud tribe. Perhaps here he will learn enough of life to be ready to die. With all the qualities of a legend or fable, I Heard the Owl Call My Name is a journey of discovery, and a story about the transforming power of love. Exploring the clash of old and new, it is an outstanding modern classic, both wise and tragic. It is a long time since I was so moved by a story, touching in its dignity and wise in its folklore DailyTelegraph It has an epic quality . . . entrancing New York Times Flap Here every bird and fish knew its course. Every tree had its own place upon this earth. Only man had lost his way. When Mark Brian, a young priest, is sent to the Indian village of Kingcome in British Columbia, he finds himself in an astonishing place of salmon runs and ancient totems. Yet amidst the beauty, the old culture is under attack, slowly being replaced by prefab houses and alcoholism. Mark has not long to live, and so he sets about sharing the hunting and fishing, the festivals and funerals, the joys and sorrows of a once proud tribe. Perhaps here he will learn enough of life to be ready to die. With all the qualities of a legend or fable, I Heard the Owl Call My Name is a journey of discovery, and a story about the transforming power of love. Exploring the clash of old and new, it is an outstanding modern classic, both wise and tragic. It is a long time since I was so moved by a story, touching in its dignity and wise in its folklore DailyTelegraph It has an epic quality . . . entrancing New York Times Author Biography Margaret Craven was born in Helena, Montana and graduated from Stanford University. Her debut novel, I Heard the Owl Call My Name, was first published in Canada in 1967. The American edition of the book has sold over one million copies and was translated into several languages. She also wrote a novel, Walk Gently This Good Earth, an autobiography, Again Calls the Owl, and a collection of stories, The Home Front. She died in 1980. Review It is a long time since I was so moved by a story, touching in its dignity and wise in its folklore * Daily Telegraph *An epic quality . . . an entrancing chemistry * New York Times *Rare and beautiful . . . youll never be the same again * Seattle Times * Promotional A classic of Canadian literature and a vivid, moving story of the clash - and coming together - of cultures. Review Quote It is a long time since I was so moved by a story, touching in its dignity and wise in its folklore Promotional "Headline" A classic of Canadian literature and a vivid, moving story of the clash - and coming together - of cultures. Details ISBN1447289579 Author Margaret Craven Pages 144 Publisher Pan Macmillan Series Picador Classic Year 2018 ISBN-10 1447289579 ISBN-13 9781447289579 Format Paperback Media Book Imprint Picador Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 823.914 Short Title I Heard the Owl Call My Name Language English Subtitle Picador Classic Publication Date 2018-07-12 UK Release Date 2018-07-12 Audience Age 18 Audience General AU Release Date 2018-07-09 NZ Release Date 2018-07-09 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:123762756;

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