Pamela Michael is the editor of “The Gift of Rivers: True Stories of Life on the Water,” a collection of writings by distinguished and emerging authors examining the spiritual, practical, and historical significance of rivers. Our collection here includes all seventeen rivers referenced in her book published by Travelers’ Tales.
The book is a must-have for river enthusiasts and budgeting globetrotters as readers can travel vicariously and experience world rivers through the eyes of luminary authors. Robert Hass, a former U.S. Poet Laureate, explores in the book’s introduction how rivers have shaped societies and stimulated people’s imaginations since the beginning of time. Other prominent contributors to “The Gift of Rivers” includes Richard Bangs, Simon Winchester, Isabel Allende, Barry Lopez, Wendell Berry, Jan Morris, and William Least Heat-Moon.
Andrés Ruzo, the founder of the Boiling River Project, has been awarded the 2024 Lowell Thomas Award, one of the highest honors in travel and exploration. This prestigious prize, named after the legendary travel journalist, recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the field.
North America’s rivers, like the Mississippi and Colorado, were once lifelines for pioneers. While ancient civilizations rafted too, John Wesley Powell is the undisputed father of modern whitewater rafting, which surged in popularity in the mid-20th century.
The rhythmic flow of a river symbolizes the transformation of barley into whiskey. This connection between the spirit, the land, and the water has inspired many distilleries to name themselves after nearby rivers.
Visiting a museum can sometimes feel like attending a family funeral, but in a much more enlightening and less depressing way. Similarly, the Magdalena River Museum is like a reunion with your past, not just for Colombians, but for anyone seeking a connection to their ancestral roots.
Knowing if a stream is a brook, creek, or river can be confusing. Thinking of these streams as a city with its alleyways, side streets, and highways can help you visualize the distinctions between them.
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