Writing Down the River: Into the Heart of the Grand Canyon

by Kathleen Jo Ryan, Denise Chávez

With 15 of today's finest literary writers as your guides, this book will take you into the depths of the Grand Canyon for a ride you will never forget. "For 12 days and 180 miles on the river, I am filled with awe—so struck by it, in fact, that if I have any courage at all, I shall never be the same." —Theresa Jordan. 100+ color photos.

First published May 1, 1998

Reviews

[Leah · Rating 5 out of 5]

These powerful accounts of an experience so life-altering that it defies description for most of us manage to capture the wonder and awe felt by every person who views the Grand Canyon with their own eyes.

[Susan Kasza · Rating 3 out of 5]

It’s a coffee-table book, essentially several short stories. But the pictures. The pictures pull me right back to Grand Canyon.

[Paul Busch · Rating 4 out of 5]

Having recently paddled 226 miles of the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon, it was a pleasure to read this collection of short narratives by women who also made that journey. The women who were invited to contribute were all accomplished writers, so the writing is excellent. If you've made this trip, the book will remind you of the joys of the canyon. If you haven't made the trip, it may inspire you to do so.

[Charlotte · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's hard to put into words what rafting in the Grand Canyon is like, but these women have done an excellent job.

[Page Lambert]

A great collection of essays by 15 women about their trips down the Grand Canyon. And even if I weren't one of the women, I'd say it was a great collection!

[Don Gubler · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nothing matches the Colorado in the Grand Canyon as recorded by these notable authors.

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a great book!