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Senescence: A Year in the Canadian Rockies
Senescence: A Year in the Canadian Rockies is Amal Alhomsi’s collection of essays following seasonal change in Alberta’s Bow Valley. Natural observation opens into reflections on aging, migration, love and belonging rather than a guide to outdoor pursuits.
At a glance
- Essays move through summer, autumn, winter and spring in the Canadian Rockies.
- Close attention to wildlife, weather and landscape leads into literary and philosophical reflection.
- Connects place-based nature writing with questions of aging, migration and belonging.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines seasonal observation with personal and philosophical themes, offering more than scenic nature description.
- The Bow Valley setting and the author’s perspective as a Syrian writer living there give the book a distinct focus on place and belonging.
- At 184 pages, it is a relatively concise collection for readers seeking literary nature essays.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Rocky Mountain Books |
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| Publication date | 15 January 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 184 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1771607114 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1771607117 |
| Dimensions | 10.8 x 0.76 x 17.78 cm |
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| Weight listed | 136 g |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers of literary nature writing and Canadian Rockies essays.
- Readers interested in migration, belonging and reflections on aging through a sense of place.
- Those looking for environmental reflection rather than outdoor instruction or achievement narratives.
Less suited to
- Readers primarily seeking a hiking guide, field reference or practical outdoor instruction.
Frequently asked questions
What is Senescence about?
It follows a year in Alberta’s Bow Valley, using seasonal changes and close observation of nature to explore aging, love, migration and belonging.
Is this an outdoor guide?
The supplied description presents it as literary and philosophical essays, not a guide to outdoor activities or achievement.
Who might enjoy this book?
It is aimed at readers interested in literary nature writing, Canadian Rockies essays, migration narratives and place-based environmental reflection.
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