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Shadow Country (Modern Library)
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National Book Award Winner Altogether Gripping, Shocking, And Brilliantly Told, Not Just A Tour De Force In Its Stylistic Range, But A Great American Novel, As Powerful A Reading Experience As Nearly Any In Our Literature.Michael Dirda, The New York Review Of Bookskilling Mister Watson, Lost Mans River, And Bone By Bonepeter Matthiessens Great American Epic About Everglades Sugar Planter And Notorious Outlaw E. J. Watson On The Wild Florida Frontier At The Turn Of The Twentieth Centurywere Originally Conceived As One Vast, Mysterious Novel. Now, In This Bold New Rendering, Matthiessen Has Marvelously Distilled A Monumental Work While Deepening The Insights And Motivations Of His Characters With Brilliant Rewriting Throughout.Praise For Shadow Countrymagnificent . . . Breathtaking . . . Finally Now We Have [This Threepart Saga] Welded Like A Bell, And With Watsons Song The Last Sound, All The Elements Fuse And Resonate.Los Angeles Timespeter Matthiessen Has Done Great Things With The Watson Trilogy. Its The Story Of Our Continent, Both Land And People, And His Writing Does Every Justice To The Blood Fury Of His Themes.Don Delillothe Fiction Of Peter Matthiessen Is The Reason A Lot Of People In My Generation Decided To Be Writers. No Doubt About It. Shadow Country Lives Up To Anyones Highest Expectations For Great Writing. Richard Fordshadow Country, Matthiessens Distillation Of The Earlier Watson Saga, Represents His Original Vision. It Is The Quintessence Of His Lifelong Concerns, And A Great Legacy.W. S. Merwin[An] Epic Masterpiece . . . A Great American Novel.The Miami Herald
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Shadow Country? A: The main theme of Shadow Country revolves around the life of E. J. Watson, an Everglades sugar planter and outlaw, exploring the complexities of morality, identity, and the American frontier.
- Q: Who is the author of Shadow Country? A: Shadow Country is authored by Peter Matthiessen, a renowned American writer known for his deep explorations of nature and the human condition.
- Q: How long is Shadow Country? A: Shadow Country has a total of 912 pages, providing an extensive narrative that delves into its characters and themes.
- Q: What type of binding does Shadow Country have? A: Shadow Country is available in paperback binding, making it a flexible and accessible choice for readers.
- Q: When was Shadow Country published? A: Shadow Country was published on December 2, 2008.
- Q: Is Shadow Country suitable for readers interested in family sagas? A: Yes, Shadow Country fits well within the Family Saga category, as it intricately weaves the story of a family across generations.
- Q: What accolades has Shadow Country received? A: Shadow Country is a National Book Award Winner and has received critical acclaim for its gripping storytelling and stylistic range.
- Q: What can I expect from the writing style of Shadow Country? A: Readers can expect a masterful writing style from Peter Matthiessen, characterized by rich descriptions and profound insights into the characters and their motivations.
- Q: Are there any notable reviews of Shadow Country? A: Yes, Shadow Country has been praised by notable reviewers like Michael Dirda from The New York Review of Books and the Los Angeles Times for its gripping narrative and depth.
- Q: What is the significance of Shadow Country in American literature? A: Shadow Country is considered a great American novel, representing Matthiessen's lifelong concerns and offering a profound exploration of American identity and history.