Hey, folks!

Just wanted to make sure that you know that the Jon Turk event at 7pm on March 10th will be much more than a reading and signing. Here’s how Jon describes his events:

Along with the book, I’ve developed an exciting new presentation that is a lively mixture of theatre, traditional literary reading, and adventure slide show.
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For previews of my presentation, check out:
Raven’s Gift Presentation trailer:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEHlOv7N_4c     �
Raven’s Gift Presentation Live:   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6R9Gt138jI0           �
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The book itself integrates two related themes — outdoor adventure and spiritual connectivity with the landscape.  Perfect fit for the Bozeman crowd.  Early feedback has been stupendous:
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Kirkus Reviews wrote:  A moving account worthy of shelving alongside Vladimir Arsenyev’s Dersu Uzala (1923), Barry Lopez’s Arctic Dreams (1986) and other explorations of native ways of life in the Far North.
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Henry Pollack: Co-Winner of the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize with Al Gore  wrote: “The tension between his own logical scientific background and the mysterious shamanistic wisdom of his healer is at the heart of this wonderfully-told story of Koryak life, and of his own personal transformation.”

And here’s how he responded to a Montana reader who wrote him and enquired about the reading:

No, I do not stand in front of an audience with a book in front of my nose, and “Read”  Not at all.  I am a story teller, with roots in street circus.  I promise you that I “speak from my heart” for every audience and I am open to discussion.  I am in New Mexico now and have been presenting (better word than reading) to overflow, stand up crowds, wherever I go.  My events are fun and inspiring.

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       I’d love it if you and your friends came to Bozeman to meet with me, to hear what I have to say, and to share your feelings and insights into ancient wisdoms.  We will have a good time.

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 Hope to see you there, but if I don’t, I hope that you pick up a copy of The Raven’s Gift and write back when you finish it.

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 Jon turk
www.jonturk.net

We’ve had a great community response to the announcement of Jon Turk’s visit, and we’re very excited to be hosting this talented local author once again. We hope to see you there!

Best,

Country Bookshelf Staff