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OWEN WISTER Ultimate Collection: Historical Novels Western Classics Adventure & Romance Stories (Including Non-Fiction Historical Works) - Frontier Tales & Historical Classics Collection - cover
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OWEN WISTER Ultimate Collection: Historical Novels Western Classics Adventure & Romance Stories (Including Non-Fiction Historical Works) - Frontier Tales & Historical Classics Collection

Owen Wister

Editora: Good Press

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Owen Wister's "Ultimate Collection" offers a comprehensive anthology of his influential literary work, encapsulating the essence of the American West through historical novels, western classics, and romance narratives steeped in adventure. Wister, often hailed as the father of the American Western genre, employs a vivid and engaging literary style, characterized by rich descriptive passages and profound character development. This collection not only showcases his fiction but also includes insightful non-fiction historical works that contextualize the sociocultural landscape of the era, inviting readers to traverse the rugged terrain of America'Äôs frontier history. Born in 1860 as the son of a prominent Philadelphia family, Owen Wister's upbringing and education exposed him to a diverse range of experiences, from the East Coast elite to the expanses of Wyoming, which profoundly influenced his writing. His passion for the Western landscape, coupled with a keen understanding of human nature, fueled his narrative explorations of themes such as individualism, heroism, and the conflicts between civilization and the untamed wilderness. Wister's work, particularly his groundbreaking novel "The Virginian," remains a seminal touchstone in the genre. This Ultimate Collection is highly recommended for readers seeking to immerse themselves in the authentic spirit of the American West, as well as for scholars aiming to engage deeply with a pivotal literary figure. Wister'Äôs nuanced storytelling and compelling characters resonate powerfully, making this anthology an essential addition to both literary and historical collections.
Disponível desde: 13/01/2024.
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