First Fam'lies of the Sierras (eBook)

Joaquin Miller (Autor)

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2022
124 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654713372-8 (EAN)

Infos

Joaquin Miller's 'First Fam'lies of the Sierras' is a captivating collection of poems that depict the life and struggles of the Native American tribes in the Sierra Nevada region. Miller's unique literary style, blending romanticism with realism, provides readers with a vivid portrayal of the harsh beauty and challenges faced by the indigenous people. Written during a time of rapid westward expansion and increasing tensions between settlers and Native Americans, this book serves as a historical and cultural commentary on the impact of colonization. Through his poetry, Miller explores themes of loss, resilience, and the interconnectedness of humans and nature. Joaquin Miller, a true pioneer of Western literature, drew inspiration from his own experiences living among Native American tribes in the Sierra Nevada. His intimate knowledge of the landscape and its inhabitants shines through in 'First Fam'lies of the Sierras', making it a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the American West.

Autor

Joaquin Miller, born as Cincinnatus Hiner Miller on September 8, 1837, was an illustrious figure in American literature, often dubbed the 'Poet of the Sierras'. Miller's colorful life mirrored the 19th-century frontier spirit, seeing him undertake roles as varied as a mining-camp cook, a lawyer, a judge, and eventually, a writer. His literary contributions extend towards the romantic depiction of the Western American landscapes and fabled characters, which are enduringly encapsulated in his work 'First Fam'lies of the Sierras' (1876), a book that contributes to the understanding of Western life during the period of American expansion. Miller's prose is characterized by its vivid portrayal of nature, infused with a frontier ruggedness, while also exhibiting a sentimental fascination with the Native American experience and Californian life. His literary style combines these elements with a touch of adventure and melodrama, appealing to the nation's fascination with the untamed West. As a poet, Miller's work is recognized for its bold simplicity and its energetic rhythm, which encapsulate the essence of the American spirit of discovery and conquest during that era. His contributions have left a distinctive mark in American literary history, earning him a place in the canon of authors who shaped the mythology of the American West.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 1.8.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Schlagworte: 19th century Western fiction • American Frontier • American frontier literature • American literary regionalism • American Literature • American West • California Gold Rush • California Gold Rush novels • Danites • Fiction • First Fam'lies of the Sierras book • Frontiersmen • historical fiction • Historical fiction of the American West • Joaquin Miller classic works • Mormon Church • Nature writing • Old West pioneers storytelling • pioneer life • Romanticism • Sierra Nevada historical fiction • Western literature • wilderness adventure • Wilderness adventure novels