The changing seasons in Alaska from "summary" of Coming into the Country by John McPhee
In Alaska, the changing seasons are not just a matter of shifting temperatures or different lengths of daylight. They represent a complete transformation of the landscape, from the lush greenery of summer to the icy stillness of winter. As the days grow shorter and the nights longer, the world around you seems to slow down, preparing for the long, harsh winter ahead. In the fall, the trees burst into a riot of color, their leaves turning brilliant shades of red, orange, and yellow before dropping to the ground in a carpet of gold. The air grows crisp and cool, carrying the scent of decaying leaves and damp earth. It is a time of transition, of letting go of the warmth and abundance of summer and bracing for the cold, dark months to come. Winter in Alaska is a study in extremes. The days are short, the nights long, and the landscape blanketed in snow. Everything seems frozen in place, as ...
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