A River Runs Through It an Other Stories is a semi-autobiographical novella by Norman Maclean (1902–1990). It concerns the Macleans, a Presbyterian family in early 20th century Montana whose views on life are filtered through their passion for fly-fishing. The book is presented from the point of view of older brother Norman who goes on one last fishing trip with his rowdy and troubled younger brother Paul in an attempt to help him get his life on track. The novel is noted for using detailed descriptions of fly-fishing and nature to engage with a number of profound metaphysical questions, and is recognized as a minor American classic.