The well in the desert (eBook)

Enriched edition. Journey into the Realm of Magical Realism

Adeline Knapp (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
164 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406643109-9 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Well in the Desert," Adeline Knapp crafts a poignant narrative that explores the intersection of resilience and human connection in a harsh landscape. Set against the backdrop of the American Southwest, the novel employs a lyrical style interwoven with vivid descriptions that evoke the stark beauty and desolation of the desert. Through its multifaceted characters, Knapp delves into themes of survival, love, and the quest for water'—both literal and metaphorical'—thus employing the desert as a formidable yet transformative character that challenges and reveals the innermost truth of her protagonists. Adeline Knapp, a prominent voice in early 20th-century American literature, often drew inspiration from her own experiences in the arid regions of the United States. Raised in an era that saw the expansion of frontiers and the complexities of encounters with nature, Knapp's deep appreciation for the landscapes she inhabited is palpable in her writing. Her background as a journalist and a traveler further shaped her narratives, instilling them with authenticity and urgency, as she aptly portrays both the beauty and brutality of life in the desert. This novel is highly recommended for readers interested in literary explorations of the American frontier, environmental themes, and character-driven stories of endurance. Knapp's evocative prose invites readers to reflect on the challenges of survival and the profound connections that emerge in the face of adversity, making it a timeless addition to the canon of American literature.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 21.8.2022
• Einführung: Shane Becker
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Shane Becker
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Fantasy / Science Fiction ► Fantasy
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Schlagworte: Adeline Knapp • American Literature • Arizona • Bookish Tales • classic authors • desert literature • desert mystique • deserts • escaped prisoners • Fantasy landscapes • Fiction • fictional desert • Human Condition Exploration • literary classics • literary fiction • literary works • Literature Collection • Love Stories • lyrical prose • magical realism • memory complexities • redemptive journeys • Short Stories • sick • Southwest • themes of isolation • thought-provoking fiction • vivid imagery • western stories