Jim Harrison describes fly fishing for trout as a way to quiet worries, letting other concerns drift away. He advises travelers to move lightly, letting the head guide the feet, and tells aspiring writers that the craft demands a whole‑life commitment.
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Jim Harrison was a novelist from the United States, best known for A good day to die.
Quick Facts About Jim Harrison
Born
December 11, 1937
Died
March 26, 2016
Nationality
United States
Profession
Novelist
Notable works
A good day to die
About Jim Harrison
He was a prolific and versatile writer. He also wrote screenplays, book reviews, literary criticism, and essays about food, travel, and sport. Harrison said that, of all his writing, poetry meant the most to him.
Awards & Honors
Guggenheim FellowshipMichigan Author AwardPEN Oakland/Josephine Miles Literary AwardLucien Barrière Literary Award
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