The Emigrant Trail (eBook)

Enriched edition. Journey of resilience in the American West

Geraldine Bonner (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
333 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766458478-6 (EAN)

Infos

Geraldine Bonner's "The Emigrant Trail" is a poignant exploration of the American immigrant experience, weaving together individual narratives with sweeping historical context. The novel skillfully employs rich, evocative language, epitomizing early 20th-century literary realism while capturing the emotional landscape of its characters as they navigate the trials of dislocation and cultural assimilation. Bonner intricately illustrates the harsh realities of frontier life, emphasizing the resilience and tenacity of those who ventured into the unknown in search of a better life. Geraldine Bonner, an early 20th-century author with Irish-American roots, was profoundly influenced by her own family's immigrant background. Her experiences in both urban settings and rural America inform the authenticity found in her characters' journeys. A journalist and novelist, Bonner utilized her keen observational skills and empathy to delve into the complexities of identity, belonging, and the immigrant ethos, resulting in a narrative that feels both personal and universal. The reader is invited to engage with "The Emigrant Trail" not only as a historical document but also as a moving testament to the enduring human spirit. This novel is a must-read for those interested in immigration, cultural history, and the universal search for home, offering profound insights into the trials and triumphs of starting anew in a foreign land.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 4.12.2019
• Einführung: Lucas Cross
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Lucas Cross
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Schlagworte: 19th century resilience • American Literature • American West • American West pioneers • California Gold Rush • Classic • Cultural belonging themes • Emotional immigrant experience • Fiction • Frontier identity struggles • frontier settlement • historical fiction • historical Western novel • Immigrant family journey • literary classic • literary realism exploration • pioneering life challenges • pioneer journey • pioneer life • rugged landscape fiction • western americana • wilderness adventure • Women authors