Deadwood Dick Jr. Branded; or, Red Rover at Powder Pocket (eBook)

Edward L. Wheeler (Autor)

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2022
215 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654731135-5 (EAN)

Infos

In "Deadwood Dick Jr. Branded; or, Red Rover at Powder Pocket," Edward L. Wheeler continues the adventures of the titular hero, a treasure-laden youth full of daring exploits in the Wild West. The narrative blends elements of the dime novel tradition with serialized storytelling, encapsulating the gritty realism and romantic idealism unique to American frontier life in the late 19th century. Wheeler's vivid characters and fast-paced plot immerse readers in a world where good and evil clash amidst dusty towns and lawless territories, reflecting the era's fascination with heroism and adventure while employing a direct, engaging prose style designed to captivate the popular imagination. Edward L. Wheeler, a prominent figure in Western fiction, was profoundly influenced by his own experiences in the American West. His background as a writer for various periodicals and his deep understanding of frontier culture allowed him to craft stories that resonated with his contemporary audience's aspirations and fears. Through his work, Wheeler sought to portray not just the thrill of adventure but also the moral complexities present in the lives of his characters, often drawing from historical events and folk motifs. For readers captivated by the spirit of the Old West and those seeking an enthralling narrative filled with action, adventure, and moral dilemmas, "Deadwood Dick Jr. Branded" is a quintessential addition to the canon of Western literature. Wheeler's skillful storytelling not only entertains but also invites reflection on the timeless themes of bravery, justice, and the pursuit of one's destiny in an untamed land.

Autor

Edward Lytton Wheeler (1854/5–1885) was a prolific American author of dime novels, a genre that offered readers exciting tales of the Wild West for a mere ten cents. Born in the mid-nineteenth century, Wheeler began his writing career at a young age, capturing the imaginations of his readers with vivid depictions of frontier life. He is best known for creating the character 'Deadwood Dick,' a quintessential western hero who encapsulated the daring and gallantry that were romanticized during the era of westward expansion. Wheeler's 'Deadwood Dick Jr. Branded; or, Red Rover at Powder Pocket' further cements his reputation as a master storyteller of the Wild West. His narratives often included thrilling adventures, outlaws, lawmen, and a flair for melodrama, characteristic of the literary style of dime novels of his time. Unfortunately, Wheeler's life was truncated when he died at the young age of thirty, but his contribution to the Western genre has lived on, inspiring others and providing a cultural window into the mythos of American frontier folklore. His work remains an essential point of reference for scholars and enthusiasts of early American popular literature.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 15.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror
• Schlagworte: 19th century adventure novels • action-packed plot • American cowboy heroes • American Frontier • American Literature • authentic character portrayal • Betrayal and Redemption • Classic adventure narrative • Deadwood Dick series • Dime novel classics • Dime novel tradition • Edward L. Wheeler literature • fast-paced storytelling • Fiction • historical fiction • Old West frontier stories • Old West setting • Outlaw and lawman fiction • Outlaw Cowboys • Powder Pocket setting • Pulp Fiction Style • Pulp fiction Western • rugged frontier justice • suspenseful revenge story • train robbery • vintage Western tales • Vivid Character Portrayals • vivid landscape descriptions • Western adventure tale • western stories • western thriller • Wild West adventure • wild west fiction