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Sweet Promised Land, 50th ed. (The Basque Series),Used
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How long has it been since you fell in love with a book?Dominique Laxalt was sixteen when he left the French Pyrenees for America. He became a sheepherder in the Nevada desert and nearby hills of the Sierra. Like all his fellow Basque immigrants, Dominique dreamed of someday returning to the land of his beginnings. Most Basques never made the journey back, but Dominique finally did return for a visit with family and friends. Sweet Promised Land is the story of that trip, told by his son Robert, who accompanied him to the pastoral mountain village of Tardets in France. Dominique came home victorious, the adventurer who had conquered the unknown and found his fortune in the New World. He told of his life in America, the hardships and challenges, and began to realize that he had changed since his departure from Tardets. By the end of the visit, he knew with certainty where he belonged.During the past fifty years, this book has become a classic in Western American literature, still beloved by the BasqueAmerican community. In celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of the books publication, western literature scholar Ann Ronald wrote a new foreword, discussing the book in the context of American and Nevada literature.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Sweet Promised Land'? A: 'Sweet Promised Land' explores themes of identity, belonging, and the immigrant experience, particularly focusing on the journey of Basque immigrants in America.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Sweet Promised Land'? A: The author of 'Sweet Promised Land' is Robert Laxalt, who recounts the experiences of his father, Dominique Laxalt.
- Q: When was the 'Sweet Promised Land' 50th edition published? A: The 50th edition of 'Sweet Promised Land' was published on March 5, 2007.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: 'Sweet Promised Land' is available in paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does 'Sweet Promised Land' have? A: 'Sweet Promised Land' has a total of 207 pages.
- Q: Is 'Sweet Promised Land' suitable for readers interested in biographies? A: Yes, 'Sweet Promised Land' falls under the category of Biographies & Memoirs, making it suitable for readers interested in personal stories and historical accounts.
- Q: What makes 'Sweet Promised Land' a classic in Western American literature? A: 'Sweet Promised Land' is considered a classic due to its rich narrative of the Basque immigrant experience and its lasting impact on Western American literature over the past fifty years.
- Q: Does the book include any foreword or commentary? A: Yes, the 50th edition includes a new foreword by western literature scholar Ann Ronald, discussing the book's significance in the context of American and Nevada literature.
- Q: What is the condition of the book when purchased? A: 'Sweet Promised Land' is sold in 'New' condition.
- Q: Can I find additional resources about Basque culture in this book? A: Yes, 'Sweet Promised Land' provides insights into Basque culture through the personal narrative and experiences of Dominique Laxalt.