A River Lost: The Life and Death of the Columbia

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The narrative follows journalist Blaine Harden as he revisits his small-town roots in the Pacific Northwest after twenty years. He explores the dramatic changes surrounding a once-mighty river, detailing its rise to prominence and subsequent decline. Through personal reflection and investigative reporting, Harden sheds light on the environmental and cultural impacts of this transformation, offering a poignant commentary on nature and human intervention.