El Arroyo

"El Arroyo" is a translated work by Élisée Reclus, a French geographer and anarchist. The book, originally titled "Story of a Stream," is a beautiful piece of nature writing that explores the history of a small stream. Reclus describes how even the smallest streams have a significant impact on the environment and the world around us. The book begins by stating that the story of a stream is the story of infinity, as its sparkling drops have traveled through granite, limestone, and clay, transforming from snow on a cold mountaintop to white foam on rough waves. Through his vivid descriptions, Reclus shows readers how even the smallest parts of nature can have a profound impact on our world.