Josephine Clifford

Broschiertes Buch

Overland Tales

Beschreibung

"Overland Tales" by Josephine Clifford offers a captivating glimpse into frontier life in the American West. Through insightful essays, Clifford chronicles the experiences of women pioneers and the challenges of westward expansion. This collection of historical essays, falling under both travel writing and biography, provides a unique perspective on a pivotal era in American history. Readers interested in the realities of travel during this period will be particularly drawn to Clifford's vivid descriptions. A valuable resource for those studying American history and the role of women, "Overland Tales" captures the spirit and hardships of a transformative time. This edition, meticulously prepared for print republication, ensures that Clifford's important voice continues to resonate with those seeking a deeper understanding of the American West. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Josephine Clifford McCracken was born Josephine Woempner in 1839 in Petershagen, Kingdom of Prussia, to a former Waterloo soldier who emigrated with the family to St. Louis, Missouri, in 1846 amid political unrest. Her early adult life took a dramatic turn in 1864 when she married army lieutenant James A. Clifford in New Mexico. After he confessed to murder and threatened her life, she fled to San Francisco. There she immersed herself in writing and journalism, publishing for Harper Brothers and newspapers such as Out West and Western Field. She joined the staff of the Overland Monthly in 1867 and became part of the California literary circle alongside Ina Coolbrith and Bret Harte. Her short story collection Overland tales appeared in 1871, cementing her status in San Francisco s literary community. In 1882 she married Jackson McCracken and settled in the Santa Cruz Mountains, where her home became a hub for writers. A devastating fire in 1899 destroyed her home and surrounding redwoods, which led to her activism to preserve California s forests. She became a vocal environmental advocate and published writings on conservation. Her legacy spans both literature and environmentalism. Her parents were Mr. and Mrs. Woempner.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 260
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 14mm
• Gewicht: 367g
• ISBN-13: 9781023284615
• ISBN-10: 1023284618
• Artikelnr.: 74123913