Eva Emery Dye

Broschiertes Buch

The Conquest

Beschreibung

Set in the late 19th century American West, Dye's novel follows the journey of three friends who set out to conquer the challenges of the frontier. With its vivid descriptions and compelling characters, The Conquest is a timeless tale of adventure and perseverance. 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

Eva Emery Dye (1855-1947) was an American writer, historian, and a pioneer in literary efforts that shaped the early cultural fabric of the Pacific Northwest. Her work is characterized by a passionate narrative style, often blending historical fact with romanticized fiction. Born in Illinois, Dye developed a keen interest in history and literature at a young age, which informed much of her later writing. She moved to Oregon after her marriage and became deeply engaged in the region's history and folklore. Dye's most celebrated work, 'The Conquest' (1902), epitomizes her approach to storytelling. This novel presents a dramatized account of the Lewis and Clark Expedition and the role of Sacagawea, offering readers a vivid portrayal of frontier life and the exploration of the American West. Notably, her portrayal of Sacagawea as a pivotal figure to the expedition's success was influential in shaping the cultural memory of this historical figure. Dye was progressive for her time, advocating for women's rights and higher education for women. Her literary contributions have been recognized as significant in the canon of Oregon literature and have had a lasting impact on the way regional histories have been understood and appreciated. Her legacy endures as a testament to her commitment to narrate American history with depth and emotion.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 454
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 23mm
• Gewicht: 630g
• ISBN-13: 9781022173897
• ISBN-10: 1022173898
• Artikelnr.: 68855555