60 WESTERNS: Cowboy Adventures, Yukon & Oregon Trail Tales, Famous Outlaws, Gold Rush Adventures (eBook)

Mark Twain, James Fenimore Cooper, Max Brand, James Oliver Curwood, B. M. Bower, Zane Grey, Jackson Gregory, Jack London, Emerson Hough, Will Lillibridge, Andy Adams, Bret Harte, Owen Wister, Washington Irving, Willa Cather, O. Henry, Grace Livingston Hill, Charles Alden Seltzer, Stephen Crane, Dane Coolidge, Marah Ellis Ryan, Frederic Homer Balch, Frederic Remington, Robert W. Chambers, Forrestine C. Hooker, Frank H. Spearman, J. Allan Dunn, Robert E. Howard, R.M. Ballantyne, Charles Siringo (Autoren)

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2023
12620 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654775177-9 (EAN)

Infos

60 WESTERNS: Cowboy Adventures, Yukon & Oregon Trail Tales, Famous Outlaws, Gold Rush Adventures offers an expansive exploration of the American frontier and its mythos through a dazzling array of themes and styles. This collection captures the rugged spirit and the rich tapestry of life in the American West, encompassing thrilling tales of cowboy bravado, the chilling isolation of the Yukon, perilous journeys along the Oregon Trail, and the chaos of the Gold Rush era. The anthology features a wide-ranging literary context, capturing both the romanticized idylls and the gritty realism of Western life. Noteworthy pieces intricately weave together elements of adventure, humor, and reflection on human nature, allowing readers to experience the vast diversity within the Western genre. The contributing authors in this collection, like Mark Twain, Willa Cather, and Jack London, offer an impressive variety of voices that enhance the theme of the anthology. Each author's cultural context and historical significance brings a multifaceted dimension to the stories, reflecting various literary movements such as realism, naturalism, and romanticism, making this anthology not just an ode to the past but a timeless commentary on the human condition. These voices, representing iconic figures in literature, provide depth and insight into the rugged individualism and the community ethos prevalent during the West's defining eras. This expertly curated anthology invites readers to explore the rich tapestry of the American frontier through a multitude of perspectives. It serves as an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the evolution of Western literature and the cultural narratives that have shaped understandings of the pioneers and outlaws who inhabited this storied landscape. With its breadth of styles and themes, 60 WESTERNS not only entertains but also educates, presenting stories that invite reflection and dialogue among readers, forging connections across time and place in the vast expanse of the American West.

Autor

Samuel Langhorne Clemens, known by his pen name Mark Twain, was an American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer born on November 30, 1835, in Florida, Missouri. Twain is considered one of the greatest American writers, his literary works held in high regard for their satirical wit, vivid depiction of American life, and profound reflection on human nature. His novel 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' often heralded as 'The Great American Novel', exemplified his skill in weaving colloquial speech with narrative finesse. Twain's foray into the Western genre is exemplified by his anthology '60 WESTERNS: Cowboy Adventures, Yukon & Oregon Trail Tales, Famous Outlaws, Gold Rush Adventures,' which showcases his ability to capture the essence of the American frontier experience. His Westerns feature the colorful characters, humor, and morally complex situations that are hallmarks of his larger body of work. Over his career, Twain's literary style evolved, marked by his scathing social commentary and piercing insights into human character, while still retaining the humor that endeared him to readers. He died on April 21, 1910, but his legacy endures, leaving an indelible mark on the world of literature and the American cultural landscape.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror
• Schlagworte: 19th century American West • American folklore exploration • American frontier epics • American frontier narratives • anthology of western stories • classic western fiction • Cormac McCarthy • Country Night • cowboy adventure stories • cowboy adventure tales • famous outlaws collection • famous outlaws fiction • famous outlaws of the west • frontier adventure anthology • frontier life romance • gold rush drama • Gold Rush narratives • gritty realism westerns • Historical cowboy tales • historical western collection • historical western novels • Little House on the Prairie • Mark Twain literature • mcmurtry • News of the World • old west adventure • Oregon Trail history fiction • Oregon Trail pioneers • pioneer spirit stories • romanticized adventure tales • Stephen King • The Road • The Sisters Brothers Mail Order Bride • True Grit • western survival themes • wild west anthology • wild west narratives • Yukon gold rush stories • Yukon wilderness tales