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This carefully crafted ebook: "OWEN WISTER Ultimate Collection: Historical Novels, Western Classics, Adventure & Romance Stories (Including Non-Fiction Historical Works)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents.Owen Wister (1860-1938) was an American writer and "father" of western fiction. When he started writing, he naturally inclined towards fiction set on the western frontier. Wister''s most famous work remains the novel The Virginian, set in the Wild West. It describes the life of a cowboy who is a natural aristocrat, set against a highly mythologized version of the Johnson County War and taking the side of the large land owners. The Virginian paved the way for many more westerns by such authors as Zane Grey, Louis L''Amour, and several others. It is also widely regarded as being the first cowboy novel.Table of Contents:The Dragon of WantleyLin McLeanThe Virginian: A Horseman of the PlainsPhilosophy 4: A Story of Harvard UniversityLady BaltimorePadre Ignacio: or, the Song of TemptationRed Man and WhiteLittle Big Horn Medicine Specimen JonesThe Serenade At SiskiyuoThe General''s Bluff Salvation Gap The Second Missouri CompromiseLa Tinaja Bonita A Pilgrim on the GilaThe Jimmyjohn BossA Kinsman of Red CloudSharon''s ChoiceNapoleon Shave-TailTwenty Minutes for RefreshmentsThe Promised LandHank''s WomanMotherHow Doth the Simple Spelling BeeNon-Fiction:Musk-Ox, Bison, Sheep and GoatThe Pentecost of CalamityA Straight Deal; Or, The Ancient Grudge
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The Essential Works of Owen Wister is a collection of some of the most influential works by the pioneer of Western fiction. Wister''s literary style is characterized by rich descriptions of the American West and its inhabitants, capturing the essence of the frontier during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This compilation includes his most famous novel, "The Virginian," which is considered a classic of Western literature and set the template for the cowboy hero in American storytelling. Wister''s portrayal of the West reveals both its beauty and its brutality, making his works both entertaining and thought-provoking. For readers interested in the history and mythology of the American West, this collection provides a comprehensive look at the genre. Owen Wister''s background as a Harvard-educated Easterner who became fascinated with the Western frontier gives his writing a unique perspective that adds depth to his stories. His firsthand experiences traveling through the West informed his portrayal of its landscapes and characters, adding authenticity to his narratives. The Essential Works of Owen Wister is a must-read for anyone interested in the evolution of Western literature and its enduring impact on American culture.