David And Anna Matson (1876)

David And Anna Matson (1876)

Abigail Scott Duniway

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781120274762
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David and Anna Matson is a historical novel written by Abigail Scott Duniway, first published in 1876. The book tells the story of a young couple, David and Anna Matson, who are pioneers in the American West during the mid-19th century. The novel is set against the backdrop of the Oregon Trail and the California Gold Rush, and explores themes of love, adventure, and the challenges of frontier life.David and Anna are newlyweds who set out on a journey from Missouri to Oregon, hoping to start a new life in the West. Along the way, they encounter many obstacles, including harsh weather, dangerous terrain, and hostile Native American tribes. Despite these challenges, they remain committed to each other and their dreams of a better future.As they travel westward, David and Anna encounter a cast of colorful characters, including other pioneers, traders, and gold prospectors. They also face moral dilemmas and difficult choices, such as whether to join a wagon train or go it alone, and whether to help or exploit others for personal gain.Throughout the novel, Duniway portrays the beauty and the brutality of life on the frontier, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. She also highlights the role of women in the West, depicting Anna as a strong and independent character who defies traditional gender roles and expectations.David and Anna Matson is a classic work of Western literature that offers a vivid and compelling portrait of life in the American West during a pivotal period in history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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