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Thanksgiving in the wilderness and the making of an American
A meditation on the English roots and vast landscapes that shaped America. The narrator recalls harsh climates and rich resources, and reflects on how hardship forged a national identity celebrated each Thanksgiving. The piece contrasts modern cities with Pilgrim origins and the enduring gratitude for freedom and hard work.
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England
France
Great Lakes
America
New England