Hal Borland
Born: 01-01-1900
Hal Borland was an American author and journalist renowned for his evocative nature writing. Born in 1900 in Nebraska, he became a celebrated voice through his works that often explore the intersection of humanity and the natural world. Borland's insightful narratives appeared in publications like The New York Times, where he contributed for several decades. His books, including "When the Legends Die," reflect his profound appreciation for the environment and rural life.
Book summaries for books written by Hal Borland
Quotes
He was a man. He was a Ute.
The way to keep from getting lost is to follow the old trails and the old ways.
You can't own something if it's wild.
It was only a place, and yet it was the world.
The old man was the world. He was the earth. He was the sky. He was everything.
Life is war. Every day is a battle that must be fought.
The old ways were the best ways.
It was always best to be alone, to be free.
Fear is the only thing that makes a man think of the future.
It was not his world anymore. He was lost in another world.
It's hard to kill something that's a part of you.
He had learned patience, and he had learned that patience is the greatest weapon of all.