This book is an introspective look into the life of its central character, Jimmy, from age 5 up and into this 60's. Specific memories and moments from his outdoor experiences comprise the short stories highlighting a boys' evolution into manhood and eventually patriarch of a family of outdoorsmen. Most of its subject matter deals with communication between the male members of his family, specifically centering on the father and son relationship, set against the backdrop of hunting and fishing excursions over the years. Its rich environmental feel is created through the beautifully...