"Finch's biography of the great storyteller R.M. Patterson is destined to be a classic along with R.M.'s original works. Finch capitalizes on Patterson's eloquence, and keen powers of observation to create a 'must read' for northern explorers and armchair adventurers alike." Neil Hartling, author of Nahanni: River of Gold, River of Dreams

The escapades of R. M. Patterson, explorer, rancher and writer, come to life in David Finch's new biography. A spirited adventure-seeker, R. M. Patterson left the comforts of British society for untold adventures in Canada. The first person to photograph the falls of the Nahanni, Patterson introduced the world to this now famous river in his book The Dangerous River.

Authoring a total of five books about his forays into the Canadian wilderness and his life on a southern Alberta ranch, Patterson earned himself legions of fans and made Canada's wilderness famous.

A skillful historian and storyteller, David Finch combines careful research, charming wit and his passion for the outdoors in this entertaining narrative.

Born in pre-revolutionary Cuba, David Finch is the only son of Canadian missionaries. Finch earned a master's degree in post confederation Canadian history at the University of Calgary. He currently lives in Calgary where he earns a living writing, teaching and researching the history of the Canadian west.

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ISBN: 0-921102-75-5 Price: 29.95 Pages: 304 - 6.5 x 9.5 - hardcover Illustrations: b&w photos and maps