This comprehensive new survey of the literary traditions and distinctively American character of this popular genre presents a timely reference that allows readers to experience the myriad creative responses evoked by the promise of the new frontier. 36 illustrations.
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This comprehensive new survey of the literary traditions and distinctively American character of this popular genre presents a timely reference that allows readers to experience the myriad creative responses evoked by the promise of the new frontier. 36 illustrations.
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1997. ABC-CLIO. First. Book: Near Fine. Dj: VG, spine sunned. 10.5x7.5. 540pp. Illustrated with several b/w photographs. Decorated end papers. This book surveys frontier literature of North America from the time of Columbus through the twentieth century. Within these pages, readers will encounter far more than a listing of titles and authors. There are entries on outdoor dramas and stage plays reenacting historic events. Stirring oral autobiographies of Native Americans present firsthand accounts ot earthly battles and heavenly visions. Diaries, journals, logbooks and letters offer insights into the quality of daily frontier life.
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PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT SHIP TO DENMARK. New Book. Shipped from UK in 4 to 14 days. Established seller since 2000. Please note we cannot offer an expedited shipping service from the UK.
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Fading. Good-Bumped and creased book with tears to the extremities, but not affecting the text block, may have remainder mark or previous owner's name-GOOD Oversized.