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A Study Of The Local Literature Of The Upper Ohio Valley: With Especial Reference To The Early Pioneer And Indian Tales, 1820-1840

A Study Of The Local Literature Of The Upper Ohio Valley: With Especial Reference To The Early Pioneer And Indian Tales, 1820-1840

Atkeson, Mary Meek

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Literary Criticism20th Century United States History

ISBN10: 1161677917
ISBN13: 9781161677911
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 22 2010
Pages: 66
Weight: 0.60
Height: 0.31 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Study of the Local Literature of the Upper Ohio Valley: With Especial Reference to the Early Pioneer and Indian Tales, 1820-1840 by Mary Meek Atkeson is a comprehensive exploration of the literary traditions of the Upper Ohio Valley region during the early 19th century. Focusing on the pioneer and Indian tales that emerged during this period, Atkeson examines the cultural and historical context in which these stories were created and transmitted. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including diaries, letters, newspapers, and published works, she provides a detailed analysis of the themes, motifs, and stylistic features of this distinctive regional literature. In addition, Atkeson offers insights into the social and political forces that shaped the literary landscape of the Upper Ohio Valley, including the impact of westward expansion, the spread of evangelical Christianity, and the ongoing conflicts between Native Americans and settlers. This book is an invaluable resource for scholars and students of American literature, history, and culture, as well as anyone interested in the rich and complex tapestry of regional storytelling in the United States.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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