The Collected Max Brand Westerns (eBook)

Max Brand, Frederick Schiller Faust (Autoren)

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2022
511 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654739339-9 (EAN)

Infos

The Collected Max Brand Westerns is a vibrant tapestry of storytelling that spans the quintessential and timeless themes central to the Western genre—courage, justice, and the untamed spirit of the frontier. This anthology showcases a myriad of literary styles, from gripping narratives to penetrating character studies, that encapsulate the dynamic and adventurous spirit of the American West. Delving into tales of rugged landscapes and complex characters, the collection highlights significant pieces that explore the nuanced moral dilemmas faced by those who blaze their own trails. It reflects the literary context of the early 20th-century Western revival, proving essential for enthusiasts of the genre. Max Brand, born Frederick Schiller Faust, was a literary chameleon whose works contributed profoundly to the Western genre. Despite the breadth of his writing—encompassing genres outside the Western—his stories contained herein exhibit a mastery of pacing and vivid imagery, reflecting the historical and cultural movements of early American storytelling. Brand's astute exploration of human nature and societal norms collectively enriches our understanding of the multifaceted, often romanticized, American wild frontiers. This anthology of Max Brand's Westerns offers readers an exceptional opportunity to journey through narratives that draw from multiple perspectives and styles. The collection's insights provide both educational and interpretative richness, fostering a deeper appreciation for the evolution of Western literature. As readers immerse themselves in the vivid dialogues and rugged landscapes presented, they gain a renewed understanding of the themes that Brand so artfully portrays, ultimately engaging in a timeless dialogue between memory and myth, history and narrative art.

Autor

Max Brand, the pen name of Frederick Schiller Faust (1892-1944), is an American author renowned for his Western novels, which constitute a significant part of the genre's literary landscape. His work, known for its vivid characterization and thrilling narratives, is perhaps best encapsulated in 'The Collected Max Brand Westerns'. Brand's style is characterized by a swift-paced storytelling and a keen sense for adventure, set against the expansive backdrop of the American West. His protagonists often embody the lone hero archetype, battling adversity with grit and moral fortitude. Born in Seattle, Washington, Brand first pursued a career in poetry before finding his niche in the Western genre, where he prolifically produced hundreds of stories under numerous pseudonyms. Despite having no direct experience with the West, his ability to encapsulate its spirit garnered him critical and commercial success. Reputed for being one of the most versatile writers of his time, Faust also wrote in other genres, but Westerns cemented his legacy, greatly influencing subsequent writers and the evolution of the Western novel. Although Brand passed away while serving as a war correspondent during World War II, his works continue to captivate readers with their enduring tales of bravery, justice, and the American frontier.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror
• Schlagworte: 19th century westerns • 20th-century Western literature • Action-packed storytelling • American frontier heroism • American frontier tales • American Western anthology • American Western heroes • Classic • classic western stories • Cowboy literature • cultural legacy exploration • Cultural Western exploration • Early 20th-century Westerns • Ernest Hemingway • Frederick Schiller Faust works • frontier fiction • frontier life stories • Heroic Western tales • High Country Showdown • Historical • historical western fiction • Human resilience themes • Jack London • Karl May • Large type books • legendary western author • Louis L'Amour • Max Brand novels • moral dilemma fiction • mythmaking narrative style • old west adventure • pioneer era storytelling • pulp fiction classics • Rediger • sackett • the Last of the Mohicans • The revenant • Western adventure collection • Western frontier narratives • Wild West adventures • wild west anthologies • zane grey