I read Waiting for White Horses by Nathan Jorgenson after much prodding from my dad. He had commented on the book a number of times always making sure to point out that the book was written by a “local” author (Jorgenson lives in Minnesota. His biography is found here). Although the book has a very Minnesota/Midwest feel, some of the action takes place in Washington DC, which was quite a surprise. And the blending of the two different cultures is very interesting. The book includes topics that nearly always lead to my enjoyment of a book:
- Outdoors
- Politics
- Baseball
- Death
- Naturalism
I really enjoyed reading this book. Perhaps I was predisposed to enjoying this book, because I am from the Midwest and live in DC, but I think that most of the feeling, motions and events would resonate with almost everyone. Who hasn’t experienced loss that they couldn’t cope with, or been to a baseball game? The narrative is a very American story: that anyone can create change both in themselves and also in society itself, that no man should let other define his story, and that everyone has an obligation to their family and friends.
It is difficult to find a book that successfully blends politics, hunting/nature, and romance, and then also creates a compelling narrative. But this book does just that. It is a unique and original story; I have never encountered a similar book. If you are looking for a plot line that is different from the books you usually read, and are open to exploring a more Midwestern view of the world you should check out this book.
Has anyone else read this book? Or have you encountered a story with a unique topic? A book similar to Waiting for White Horses?
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