Every Day the River Changes: Four Weeks Down the Magdalena

Description: Every Day the River Changes: Four Weeks Down the Magdalena ITEM DESCRIPTION Product Description An exhilarating travelogue for a new generation about a journey along Colombia’s Magdalena River, exploring life by the banks of a majestic river now at risk, and how a country recovers from American writer of Argentine, Syrian, and Iraqi Jewish descent, Jordan Salama tells the story of the Río Magdalena, nearly one thousand miles long, the heart of Colombia. This is Gabriel García Márquez’s territory—rumor has it Macondo was partly inspired by the port town of Mompox—as much as that of the Middle Eastern immigrants who run fabric stores by its banks. Following the river from its source high in the Andes to its mouth on the Caribbean coast, journeying by boat, bus, and improvised motobalinera, Salama writes against stereotype and toward the rich lives of those he meets. Among them are a canoe builder, biologists who study invasive hippopotamuses, a Queens transplant managing a failing hotel, a jeweler practicing the art of silver filigree, and a traveling librarian whose donkeys, Alfa and Beto, haul books to rural children. Joy, mourning, and humor come together in this astonishing debut, about a country too often seen as only a site of war, and a tale of lively adventure following a legendary river. Review A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year"Richly observed." —Liesl Schillinger, The New York Times Book Review"Jordan Salama writes with an attentiveness, and a sense of adventure, that many of us might envy; this engaging, intrepid debut promises many more wonders to come. Already he’s shown himself to be a writer with a rare (and inspiring) commitment to giving us the world.” —Pico Iyer, author of Autumn Light“This is a born journalist."—John McPhee, Princeton University News"From a canoe builder to a gaggle of biologists who study invasive hippopotamuses, as well as a traveling librarian and more, Salama transports you to this part of the world through new, fresh and beautiful narratives far from the negative connotations often associated with it." —Breanna Wilson, Forbes"An unusually graceful and mature writer for one so young, Salama’s chronicle reflects excellent reportage, unfolding not unlike the film 'The Motorcycle Diaries' . . . Superb in its evocation of place and time, Every Day the River Changes deserves the widest possible audience. Salama’s is a triumph of travel literature . . . Clear-eyed yet open-hearted, journalistic but deeply humane, it is a clarifying window into a misunderstood culture . . . A privilege to read." —Bill Thompson, The Post and Courier“A thoughtful book that impresses with its sweeping history, evocative descriptions, and fascinating stories of people living along the river . . . An engaging travelogue for the 21st century and a reminder that the best travel isn’t necessarily an epic adventure but a chance to hang out, getting to know new people—and yourself in the process.” —Erin Berger, Outside"An impressive debut." —Emily Burack, Alma"A moving book about social and cultural survival in the shadow of environmental and political chaos but also a deeply lyrical and astonishingly mature piece of writing . . . This stunning volume heralds an exciting new voice in narrative nonfiction." —Hannah Joyner, On The Seawall"Rollicking . . . Salama’s account is at times mournful, inspirational, joyous, and somber. He offers a sprawling and gripping account of the people, a river, and a nation." —Jack Hartman, Princeton Alumni Weekly"The book is more than a notable achievement in travel literature and more than a clarifying window into a misunderstood culture; it is a book of conscience and open-heartedness . . . It is a privilege to savor, if vicariously, this harvest of a promising writer’s vivid journeys." —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"A mesmerizing travelogue . . . Both complex and achingly beautiful, this outstanding account brims with humanity." —Publishers Weekly (starred review)"By the time Salama ends his riveting journey, scrambling across th About Us Returns Payment Shipping We are honored to welcome you as a loyal customer. Our goal is to give you an excellent product with an unbeatable value. We are pleased to offer extremely high quality products and accessories at the best prices you’ll find and our products are guaranteed to go well beyond your expectations! 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