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Name: Green grass, running water
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Author: Thomas King

📘 Green grass, running water by Thomas King

In *Green Grass, Running Water*, Thomas King weaves a vibrant tapestry of characters navigating the tension between Native American heritage and contemporary life. The story brings together Alberta, a university professor seeking family; Lionel, a forty‑year‑old television salesman; Eli, a log‑cabin owner opposing a dam; and other residents of the small town of Blossom. Their collective journey culminates at the Blackfoot reservation during the Sun Dance, where they encounter four Indian elders and the legendary trickster Coyote. The novel explores how these encounters disrupt ordinary lives and force each character to reevaluate their identities and relationships.

First publish date: 1993

Genre: Fantasy/Urban Fantasy

Authors: Thomas King

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