The Land Desk

The Land Desk

Land Report: Dry, dusty, sublime ...

... and not as crowded as I'd feared

Jonathan P. Thompson's avatar
Jonathan P. Thompson
Apr 19, 2021
∙ Paid

(Note: In order to get the full effect of the photos, go to landdesk.org.)

Dust-enhanced sunset over the San Juan Basin. Jonathan P. Thompson photo.

There is something about water in the desert. Its redolence is that of blood on the tongue, or metal against teeth. Iron, I suppose. When the dusty-wash wanderer senses its presence, he celebrates, albeit qu…

User's avatar

Continue reading this post for free, courtesy of Jonathan P. Thompson.

Or purchase a paid subscription.
© 2026 Jonathan P. Thompson · Privacy ∙ Terms ∙ Collection notice
Start your SubstackGet the app
Substack is the home for great culture