A Guide To Life And Literature Of The Southwest (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162665030)

""A Guide To Life And Literature Of The Southwest"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by J. Frank Dobie that explores the rich history, culture, and literature of the American Southwest. The book is divided into two parts, with the first section focusing on the geography, wildlife, and people of the region. It delves into the unique characteristics of the Southwest, including its deserts, mountains, and canyons, as well as the diverse communities that call it home. The second section of the book is dedicated to the literature of the Southwest, with Dobie providing an in-depth analysis of the works of writers such as Cormac McCarthy, Willa Cather, and Carlos Castaneda. He also explores the themes and motifs that are commonly found in Southwest literature, such as the struggle for survival, the clash between cultures, and the search for identity. Throughout the book, Dobie draws on his extensive knowledge and experience of the Southwest to provide readers with a comprehensive and engaging guide to the region's life and literature. Whether you are a student of literature, a history buff, or simply someone with an interest in the Southwest, ""A Guide To Life And Literature Of The Southwest"" is an essential read.STEPHEN F. AUSTIN wanted to exclude lawyers, along with roving frontiersmen, from his colonies in Texas, and hoped thus to promote a utopian society. The lawyers got in, however. Their wit, the anecdotes of which they were both subject and author, and the political stories they made traditional from the stump, have not been adequately set down.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: J. Frank Dobie
ISBN-10: 1162665033
ISBN-13: 9781162665030
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 164
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.65lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.35d