How to Cuss in Western: And Other Missives from the High Desert

Where nature writing meets humor--a raucous, hilarious look at life in the high desert of Nevada, from the author of Raising Wild and Rants from the Hill

Edward Abbey encouraged his readers to "be loyal to what you love, be true to the Earth, and fight your enemies with passion and laughter." Here is Michael Branch's response. Full of clear-eyed explorations of the natural world, witty cultural observations, and heart-warming family connections, How to Cuss in Western is a cranky and hilarious love letter of sorts to the western Great Basin Desert of Nevada.