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My ntonia tells the stories of several immigrant families who move to rural Nebraska to start new lives in America. When ten-year-old orphan Jim Burden is sent to live with his grandparents in Black Hawk, Nebraska, he meets and is instantly smitten by ntonia Shimerda, the spirited eldest daughter of Bohemian immigrants. Through adventures, poverty, treachery, and tragedy the two form an enduring bond. Years later, Jim visits ntonia and her husband, Anton Cuzak, on their farm in Nebraska and later offers a vivid, soulful account of their youth together. Widely recognized as Willa Cather's greatest novel and an outstanding work of American literature, My ntonia, is a hauntingly evocative tribute to the quiet heroism of pioneers whose struggles and triumphs shaped the American Midwest. It is the final book of her Great Plains trilogy, which includes O Pioneers and The Song of the Lark. This Warbler Classics edition includes the original 1918 introduction by Cather and a detailed biographical timeline.
My ntonia (first published 1918) is considered the greatest novel by American writer Willa Cather. My ntonia - pronounced with the accent on the first syllable of " ntonia" - is the final book of the "prairie trilogy" of novels by Cather, a list that also includes O Pioneers and The Song of the Lark.My ntonia tells the stories of several immigrant families who move out to rural Nebraska to start new lives in America, with a particular focus on a Bohemian family, the Shimerdas, whose eldest daughter is named ntonia
The eldest daughter of Bohemian emigrants, fourteen-year-old ntonia Shimerda arrives in Black Hawk, Nebraska, blissfully unaware of the poverty and heartbreak that lie in store for her family. But as one calamity after another befalls the Shimerdas, ntonia finds the strength not merely to survive, but to thrive. Under the watchful eye of Jim Burden, her neighbor and childhood friend, ntonia blossoms into a woman as beautiful, captivating, and resilient as the Great Plains. Told in lush and evocative prose, My ntonia is a masterpiece of twentieth-century literature and a stirring tribute to the homesteaders whose pioneer spirit tamed the American West.
My Ántonia (Collector's Edition) (Laminated Hardback with Jacket)
Willa Cather
Revive Classics
2025
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Illustrated Edition: Enjoy this beloved classic with 20 stunning illustrations that bring the story's rich landscape and characters to life.Includes a Detailed Summary: Dive deeper into the narrative with a comprehensive summary that enhances your reading experience.Character List: Get to know the vibrant cast of characters with a detailed list that provides insight into their roles and significance in the story.Author Biography: Discover the life and legacy of one of America's most beloved writers, Willa Cather, whose works never cease to enthrall readers around."My ntonia" by Willa Cather is a luminous portrayal of life on the Nebraska prairies, a tale that weaves the beauty of the American landscape with the stories of the people who sought to make it their home. This illustrated edition, enriched with 20 evocative illustrations, brings to life the indomitable spirit of its characters and the vast, enchanting backdrop against which their stories unfold.Set against the untamed wilderness of the late 19th century Midwest, "My ntonia" follows the life of Jim Burden, an orphan sent to live with his grandparents in Nebraska, and his enduring friendship with ntonia Shimerda, a young immigrant from Bohemia. As their lives diverge and intersect over the years, the novel explores themes of love, loss, hardship, and the relentless pursuit of the American dream.Through Cather's exquisite prose, the prairie comes alive as a character in its own right, shaping the destinies of those who dwell upon it. This edition also includes a detailed summary to enrich your understanding of the novel, a comprehensive list of characters to deepen your connection to their journeys, and a biography of Willa Cather, offering insights into the remarkable woman who created this timeless work."My ntonia" is more than just a story of pioneering spirits; it's a celebration of the enduring bonds of friendship, the sacrifices for family, and the power of memory. It's a testament to the beauty of the simple, the ordinary, and the majestic landscapes that define us. Whether you're revisiting this classic or discovering it for the first time, this illustrated edition promises a reading experience as boundless and captivating as the prairie itself.
My ntonia is a novel published in 1918 by American writer Willa Cather, considered one of her best works. It is the final book of her "prairie trilogy" of novels, preceded by O Pioneers and The Song of the Lark. The novel tells the stories of an orphaned boy from Virginia, Jim Burden, and the elder daughter in a family of Bohemian immigrants, ntonia Shimerda, who are each brought as children to be pioneers in Nebraska towards the end of the 19th century. Both the pioneers who first break the prairie sod for farming, as well as of the harsh but fertile land itself, feature in this American novel. The first year in the very new place leaves strong impressions in both children, affecting them lifelong. This novel is considered Cather's first masterpiece. Cather was praised for bringing the American West to life and making it personally interesting.
My ntonia is a novel published in 1918 by American writer Willa Cather, considered one of her best works. It is the final book of her "prairie trilogy" of novels, preceded by O Pioneers and The Song of the Lark. The novel tells the stories of an orphaned boy from Virginia, Jim Burden, and the elder daughter in a family of Bohemian immigrants, ntonia Shimerda, who are each brought as children to be pioneers in Nebraska towards the end of the 19th century. Both the pioneers who first break the prairie sod for farming, as well as of the harsh but fertile land itself, feature in this American novel. The first year in the very new place leaves strong impressions in both children, affecting them lifelong. This novel is considered Cather's first masterpiece. Cather was praised for bringing the American West to life and making it personally interesting.
Unver nderter Nachdruck der Originalausgabe von 1860.
Unver nderter Nachdruck der Originalausgabe von 1860.
Unver nderter Nachdruck der Originalausgabe von 1860.
Unver nderter Nachdruck der Originalausgabe von 1860.
Reproduction of the original: My Antonia by Willa Cather
Reproduction of the original: My Antonia by Willa Cather
