50 Westerns - The Best Adventures, Gunfight Duels, Battles, Rider Trails & Legendary Outlaws (eBook)

Tales of Adventure, Outlaws, and the Wild Frontier

Karl May, James Fenimore Cooper, Max Brand, James Oliver Curwood, B. M. Bower, Zane Grey, Jackson Gregory, Jack London, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Emerson Hough, Andy Adams, Bret Harte, Owen Wister, O. Henry, Grace Livingston Hill, Charles Alden Seltzer, Dane Coolidge, Frederic Homer Balch, Frederic Remington, Robert W. Chambers, Frank H. Spearman, J. Allan Dunn, Robert E. Howard, Ernest Haycox, Charles Siringo (Autoren)

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2023
11297 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654778528-6 (EAN)

Infos

In the sweeping anthology "50 Westerns - The Best Adventures, Gunfight Duels, Battles, Rider Trails & Legendary Outlaws," readers are invited to traverse the rugged landscapes of the American West, captured through the narratives of its most iconic writers. This collection stands as a testament to the enduring allure of the Western genre, encompassing a range of literary styles from adventure tales to psychological dramas. Each story reflects the gritty essence of frontier life, drawing on motifs of freedom, justice, and survival. With standout tales that evoke the monumental landscapes and moral challenges of the old West, this anthology appeals to both seasoned aficionados and newcomers alike. The anthology features an ensemble of renowned authors, including Karl May, Jack London, and Zane Grey, whose collective experiences and backgrounds enrich the text. Representing diverse cultural influences and spanning various historical contexts, these writers have contributed significantly to the Western canon. Their stories express the tensions and complexities of a land replete with both peril and promise. This variegated assembly reflects the influences of early American storytelling traditions while aligning with evolving literary movements such as realism and adventure fiction, reflecting a mosaic of perspectives born from differing experiences. "50 Westerns" offers readers a unique opportunity to explore the multifaceted world of Western literature in one comprehensive volume. The collection combines stories of legendary outlaws, expansive battles, and intimate duels, forming an essential resource for those interested in the moral and cultural underpinnings of American history. Each tale provides a singular viewpoint, inviting readers to navigate themes of identity, conflict, and resolution in rich and varied prose. This anthology is not just a showcasing of illustrious Western narratives but an educational journey through literary evolution, offering valuable insights into a quintessentially American genre.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 21.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror
• Schlagworte: adventure novels • American frontier adventure • classic western storytelling • Cormac McCarthy • Cowboys • cultural frontier clashes • frontier stories • gunfight duels anthology • gunfights • historical western tales • horseback riding • introspective lone rider • Karl May literature • Legendary Western outlaws • Little House on the Prairie • Louis L’Amour • Old West • Outlaws • pioneering western authors • rugged frontier narratives • The Gunslinger • The revenant • the sisters brothers • western fiction • western genre reflections • Wild West