Unlike some swan songs that barely entertain and evince dwindling or dried-up talent, “Last Bus to Wisdom” is a rambunctious adventure packed with color, vitality and characters worth rooting for.

‘Last Bus to Wisdom’ by Ivan Doig Riverhead, 446 pp., $28.95 When Seattle author Ivan Doig died following a long illness last April, America lost one of its most beloved storytellers.

Most of Ivan Doig's books are set in Montana, where he grew up. (Carol Doig) LAST BUS TO WISDOM Ivan Doig Riverhead Books, $28.95 320 pages By MAYA MUIR/Special to The Oregonian "Last Bus to ...

She teaches at Stanford University. “Last Bus to Wisdom” By Ivan Doig, Riverhead, 453 pages, $28.95 Originally Published: August 13, 2015 at 10:42 AM CDT ...