Going-to-the-Sun

A spirited trek through the northern Rockies forms the heart of this lively memoir, where the author recounts six weeks of steep ascents, icy nights, and sun‑lit waterfalls alongside his intrepid companion, a poet‑explorer. Their journey weaves through Glacier Park, across the Canadian border, and into the rugged valleys of Alberta, each step painted with humor and a palpable sense of wonder at the sheer, perpendicular cliffs that surge toward the sky.

Interlaced with the travelogue are playful debates, whimsical sketches, and the author’s “Elements of Good Tea” – a metaphorical blend of philosophy, literature, and the occasional absurdity of a mystic rooster or a unicorn at sunset. The narrative balances vivid natural description with witty reflections on history, politics, and the art of storytelling, inviting listeners to savor both the grandeur of the mountains and the quirky imagination that accompanies them.