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O Pioneers!
by Willa Cather
I know I've read this so why can't I remember it?
Once the gun came out I remembered.
Set in Nebraska as the prairie was being tamed, Cather tells the story of a Swedish family. Alexandra, the oldest sister, holds everyone together. Despite the short sightedness of her brothers, she prevails over them and creates a rich and large farm. But she is alone. The youngest brother, her pride and joy, falls in love with a married woman. They are both murdered by her husband.
Willa Cather writes great description and real characters. While O Pioneers is not my favorite novel of her writings, it is well worth reading. She has the ability to write characters and situations that make you grow by seeing yourself and your weaknesses (and possibly strengths).
I'm excited to read all of her novels this year. Two down, ten to go.
Once the gun came out I remembered.
Set in Nebraska as the prairie was being tamed, Cather tells the story of a Swedish family. Alexandra, the oldest sister, holds everyone together. Despite the short sightedness of her brothers, she prevails over them and creates a rich and large farm. But she is alone. The youngest brother, her pride and joy, falls in love with a married woman. They are both murdered by her husband.
Willa Cather writes great description and real characters. While O Pioneers is not my favorite novel of her writings, it is well worth reading. She has the ability to write characters and situations that make you grow by seeing yourself and your weaknesses (and possibly strengths).
I'm excited to read all of her novels this year. Two down, ten to go.