In 'The Men Who Shot Liberty: 60 Rip-Roaring Westerns in One Edition,' readers are transported into the rugged landscapes and tumultuous periods of the American frontier, captured through the diverse pens of thirty prolific authors. This anthology spans a vast array of literary styles, from the classic romanticism of pioneer tales to the stark realism of settler narratives. Including masterpieces that pioneer the Western genre, the collection offers a panoramic view of the cultural, moral, and physical challenges that shaped American identity. Whether depicting the wild sharpshooter showdowns or the poetic solitude of the plains, the works maintain an engaging dialogue with the historical fabric of the Old West. The contributing authors—ranging from renowned figures like Mark Twain and Jack London to specialized craftsmen of the Western narrative like Zane Grey and Owen Wister—bring an authentic voice that resonates with their personal histories and collective experiences. Each character's journey across these stories mirrors fragmentary elements of the vast, evolving American landscape during pivotal cultural and literary movements. Together, their voices not only recount but also reanimate the frontier's expansive ethos, presenting a rich tapestry of communal heritage and individual adventure. 'The Men Who Shot Liberty' offers readers an invaluable compilation to explore the grandeur and grit of the Western genre. It serves as an educational resource and a narrative feast for all who wish to delve into the epic tales of courage, conflict, and redemption that are woven into the fabric of American literature. This anthology speaks to historical enthusiasts and literary scholars alike, promising a journey through the myriad voices and vistas that carved the myths and realities of the American West.
The Men Who Shot Liberty: 60 Rip-Roaring Westerns in One Edition : Cowboy Adventures, Yukon & Oregon Trail Tales, Gold Rush Adventures: Riders of the Purple Sage…
Authors:
- Zane Grey
- Max Brand
- Owen Wister
- James Fenimore Cooper
- B. M. Bower
- J. Allan Dunn
- Robert E. Howard
- Bret Harte
- Mark Twain
- Jack London
- O. Henry
- James Oliver Curwood
- Emerson Hough
- Willa Cather
- Andy Adams
- Charles Alden Seltzer
- Jackson Gregory
- Washington Irving
- R.M. Ballantyne
- Frank H. Spearman
- Charles Siringo
- Stephen Crane
- Grace Livingston Hill
- Robert W. Chambers
- Frederic Remington
- Frederic Homer Balch
- Will Lillibridge
- Dane Coolidge
- Marah Ellis Ryan
- Forrestine C. Hooker
Format:
Duration:
- 9642 pages
Language:
English
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Willa Cather
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Washington Irving
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Robert W. Chambers
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