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Norman Fitzroy Maclean (December 23, 1902 – August 2, 1990) was an American professor at the University of Chicago who, following his retirement, became a major figure in American literature.
Learn about the life and achievements of Norman Maclean, a renowned scholar, teacher, and writer. Explore his books, stories, and essays on topics such as fly fishing, Montana, Shakespeare, and tragedy.
Learn about Norman Maclean, the author of A River Runs Through It and Young Men and Fire, who was also a fisherman, logger, firefighter, and scholar. Explore his life, writings, and legacy with excerpts, photos, and essays.
Jul 3, 2016 · In his letters to Lyons after May 1976, Maclean discusses the writing and reception of River, his work on the Mann Gulch fire book, and their common love of fishing. For Lyons, he became a ...
May 1, 1976 · Based on Norman Maclean's childhood experiences, A River Runs Through It has established itself as one of the most moving stories of our time; it captivates readers with vivid descriptions of life along Montana's Big Blackfoot River and its near magical blend of fly fishing with the troubling affections of the heart.
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Aug 3, 1990 · Norman Maclean, a professor of English who turned his hand to fiction in retirement and wrote an acclaimed book about fishing, died yesterday at his home in the Hyde Park...
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Jan 1, 2001 · Norman Maclean grew up in the old times, before they invented a metrosexual man and taught him how to communicate his feelings, so the men in 'A River Runs Through It' express their emotions the best they know how - by fishing, logging, playing cards or putting out a forest fire.
