Rick Van Noy
Borne by the River: Canoeing the Delaware from Headwaters to Home
Borne by the River: Canoeing the Delaware from Headwaters to Home
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Rick Van Noy paddled two hundred miles on the Delaware River to his boyhood home, reflecting on his fate and life, and the environmental, historical, cultural, and personal significance of the river. He discovered how river journeys can scatter anxieties, wash away regrets, and recreate the spirit.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 184 pages
Publication date: 15 May 2024
Publisher: Cornell University Press
In the midst of a global pandemic, Rick Van Noy embarked on a transformative solo canoe journey along the Delaware River. His memoir, Borne by the River, weaves a captivating tale of discovery and healing that emerged from this profound experience. Spanning a distance of two hundred miles, Van Noy paddled from his boyhood home in Trenton, New Jersey, to his destination on the river. Along the way, he delved into introspection, contemplating his fate and the profound impact of the pandemic on his life. Moreover, he reveled in the sheer joy of floating in a small boat alongside his loyal companion, Sully, as they navigated the vast expanse of the Delaware River.
Deftly interweaving memoir, natural and local history, and captivating accounts of his encounters with fellow paddlers and river enthusiasts, including members of the Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania, Van Noy unveils the profound and multifaceted layers of environmental, historical, cultural, and personal significance attached to the Delaware River.
Borne by the River delves into the intricate tapestry of rivers, exploring the exhilarating rapids, serene pauses, and transformative rifts and falls that shape our lives. Van Noy reclaims and shares the profound insights gained from his river journeys, highlighting how they can alleviate anxieties, cleanse regrets, and rekindle a sense of spirit within the free-flowing currents of the river.
Through his poignant storytelling, Rick Van Noy invites readers to embark on their own river journeys, whether on the Delaware River or elsewhere. His book serves as a testament to the healing power of nature, the resilience of the human spirit, and the interconnectedness of all life.
Weight: 454g
Dimension: 229 x 152 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781501775116
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