Boy Life on the Prairie - Brossura

Garland, Hamlin; Deming, Edward W

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ISBN 10: 1025317513 ISBN 13: 9781025317519

Casa editrice: Tradd Street Press, 2026

Riassunto

"Boy Life on the Prairie" is a classic work of American literature that captures the essence of the nineteenth-century frontier through the eyes of a young boy. Written by Hamlin Garland, a leading figure in American realism, the narrative offers a vivid and authentic account of life on the Iowa plains during the post-Civil War era. The story follows Lincoln Stewart as he navigates the challenges and wonders of the pioneering spirit, from the physical toil of breaking the sod and harvesting grain to the simple joys of prairie games and local schoolhouse gatherings.

Through evocative prose, Garland depicts the vastness of the unplowed grasslands and the seasonal rhythms that dictated the lives of early settlers. The work serves as both a compelling coming-of-age story and a valuable historical document, preserving the folklore, songs, and daily struggles of a vanished way of life. Enhanced by the artistic contributions of Edward W. Deming, "Boy Life on the Prairie" remains a seminal text for understanding the American rural experience and the rugged determination required to build a home in the wilderness. It is an essential read for those interested in Western history, regionalism, and the enduring legacy of the American heartland.

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Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Tradd Street Press
• Data di pubblicazione: 2026
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1025317513
• ISBN 13: 9781025317519
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 368
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile