Zane Grey

Zane Grey - Ultimate Collection: 60+ Western Classics, Historical Novels & Baseball Stories (eBook, ePUB)

Riders of the Purple Sage, The Border Legion, Wildfire, Desert Gold, Betty Zane

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Zane Grey's 'Ultimate Collection: 60+ Western Classics, Historical Novels & Baseball Stories' is a comprehensive treasury that captures the essence of American frontier and adventure literature. It presents readers with a wide array of narratives rich in historical detail, rugged landscapes, and the indomitable spirit of its characters. Grey's mastery in depicting the Wild West is paired with his diverse narrative scopes, spanning from the Revolutionary War heroine Betty Zane to the visceral trenches of World War I in 'The Day of the Beast'. His vivid prose and panoramic descriptions, in works like 'Riders of the Purple Sage' and 'The Last Trail', have positioned him as a pivotal figure in shaping the Western genre's standards and placing it firmly within the American literary tradition. As an author, Zane Grey's background is as colorful and vast as his narratives. A passionate outdoorsman, his love for sport, nature, and history is evident throughout his works. Grey's personal escapades, from the plains of the American West to the far reaches of New Zealand, informed his storytelling with authenticity and palpable enthusiasm. His experiences infuse his characters with realism, making the bravado of sporting life, and the ruggedness of the frontier, not only settings for his stories but central characters in their own right. Zane Grey's 'Ultimate Collection' is an indispensable addition for aficionados of the Western genre, historical adventure seekers, and anyone who revels in the thrill of Americana. It draws a comprehensive picture of pioneering life and the various battles and conquests of the American spirit. For those who cherish the tradition of storytelling that animates history with adventure and turns landscapes into legends, Grey's work promises a journey through the page to the heart of the American experience.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: DigiCat
• Seitenzahl: 13272
• Erscheinungstermin: 30. Dezember 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547768906
• Artikelnr.: 69598702

Autorenporträt

Zane Grey (1872-1939) was a prolific American author best known for popularizing the Western genre with his adventure-packed novels set in the American frontier. Born Pearl Zane Gray in Zanesville, Ohio, he later changed the spelling of his name to 'Zane Grey.' Despite initially following in his father's footsteps by pursuing a career in dentistry after attending the University of Pennsylvania, Grey's passion for writing and the great outdoors soon led him to become a full-time author, a vocation where he flourished. His first commercial success came with the publication of his 1903 novel, 'Betty Zane,' which sparked his prolific writing career. Grey's mastery in creating vivid descriptions of the American West, alongside his dynamic characters and captivating narratives, drew a dedicated readership. His most famous work, 'Riders of the Purple Sage' (1912), is often credited with shaping the conventions of the Western genre and continues to influence Western literature and films to this day. The 'Zane Grey - Ultimate Collection' brings together over 60 of his works including Western classics, historical novels, and even explorations into baseball, showcasing his versatility as a writer. Through his work, Grey has become synonymous with Western fiction, often highlighting themes of adventure, frontier justice, and the wild landscapes of the American West. Despite criticisms for historical inaccuracy and romanticized portrayals of the Old West, Grey's novels have been celebrated for their storytelling and remain significant within the American literary canon.