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Wallace Stegner's remarkable portrait of Joe Hill, the man and the legend: from his entrance into the Industrial Workers of the World union, the most militant organization in the history of American labor, to his trial, imprisonment, and final martyrdom. Blending fact with fiction, Wallace Stegner retells the story of Joe Hill--the Wobbly bard who became the stuff of legend when, in 1915, he was executed for the alleged murder of a Salt Lake City businessman. Organizer, agitator, "Labor's Songster"--a rebel from the skin inwards, with an absolute faith in the One Big Union--Joe Hill fought tirelessly in the frequently violent battles between organized labor and industry. But though songs and stories still vaunt him, and his legend continues to inspire those who feel the injustices he fought against, Joe Hill may not have been a saintly crusader and may have been motivated by impulses darker than the search for justice.

Exploring the complexities of the American West, this modern classic delves into themes of identity, nature, and the human experience. Written by acclaimed author Wallace Stegner, a recipient of both the National Book Award and the Pulitzer Prize, the narrative captures the essence of the region's landscape and its impact on those who inhabit it. Through vivid storytelling, it reflects on the enduring significance of the West in American culture and the challenges faced by its people.

A classic novel from the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Angle of Repose and Crossing to Safety. Here is the incredible, moving sequel to the bestselling Big Rock Candy Mountain by the "dean of Western writers" (The New York Times). Bruce Mason returns to Salt Lake City not for his aunt’s funeral, but to encounter the place he fled in bitterness forty-five years ago. A successful statesman and diplomat, Mason had buried his awkward childhood and sealed himself off from the thrills and torments of adolescence to become a figure who commanded international respect. Both the realities of the present recede in the face of ghosts of his past. As he makes the perfunctory arrangements for the funeral, we enter with him on an intensely personal and painful inner pilgrimage: we meet the father who darkened his childhood , the mother whose support was both redeeming and embarrassing, the friend who drew him into the respectable world of which he so craved to be a part, and the woman he nearly married. In this profound book, the sequel to the bestselling The Big Rock Candy Mountain, Wallace Stegner has drawn an intimate portrait of a man understanding how his life has been shaped by experiences seemingly remote and inconsequential.

Originally delivered as a Tanner Lecture in 1980, this re-publication features Wallace Stegner's insights on the intersection of literature and the environment. The lecture explores the profound impact of the natural world on storytelling and human experience, emphasizing the importance of place and ecological awareness in shaping narratives. Stegner's reflections encourage readers to consider the relationship between literature and the environment, fostering a deeper appreciation for both.

The expansive correspondence in this collection reveals Wallace Stegner as both a celebrated writer and a lifelong learner. Edited by his son Page, the letters offer insights into Stegner's thoughts and experiences, showcasing his ongoing quest for understanding and self-discovery. This compilation highlights his dual role as an influential educator and a reflective individual, providing a unique glimpse into the mind of a significant literary figure.

The biography delves into the life of Clarence Edward Dutton, showcasing his significant contributions and experiences. Written with the narrative style and artistry of novelist Wallace Stegner, it combines factual detail with a compelling storytelling approach, highlighting Dutton's impact on geology and his explorations. The book offers an engaging portrayal of Dutton's character and the historical context in which he lived, making it both informative and captivating for readers interested in science and biography.

A book about America by one of the greatest writers of the American West"This book is an attempt, by sampling, to say something about how the American people and the American land have interacted, how they have shaped one another; what patterns of life, with what chances of continuity, have arisen out of the confrontations between an unformed society and a virgin continent. Perhaps it is less a book about the American land than some ruminationsabout the making of America. . . . We are the unfinished product of a long becoming."—from American PlacesFor more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

'This is the age for the short story. None will be better or more worthy of admiration than Wallace Stegner's Collected Stories' Washington Post Book WorldIn a literary career spanning more than fifty years, Wallace Stegner, winner of a Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award, has created a remarkable record of the history and culture of twentieth-century America. These thirty-one stories demonstrate why he is acclaimed as one of America's master storytellers. Here are tales of young love and older wisdom, of the order and consistency of the natural world and the chaos, contradictions and continuities of the human being.'Exemplary stories ... The reader of Stegner's writing is immediately reminded of an essential America ... a distinct place, a unique people, a common history, and a shared heritage remembered as only Stegner can' Los Angeles Times

Focusing on the craft of fiction, this collection features eight essays by Wallace Stegner, including four previously unpublished works. He explores diverse topics such as the writer's vision, audience engagement, symbolism, and the creative process. With insights aimed at both aspiring writers and those interested in the cultural significance of fiction, the essays reflect Stegner's expertise from his tenure at the Stanford Writing Program, influencing notable literary figures.

Nominated for a National Book Critics Circle award, Where the Bluebird Sings to the Lemonade Springs gathers together Wallace Stegner’s most important and memorable writings on the American its landscapes, diverse history, and shifting identity; its beauty, fragility, and power. With subjects ranging from the writer’s own “migrant childhood” to the need to protect what remains of the great western wilderness (which Stegner dubs “the geography of hope”) to poignant profiles of western writers such as John Steinbeck and Norman Maclean, this collection is a riveting testament to the power of place. At the same time it communicates vividly the sensibility and range of this most gifted of American writers, historians, and environmentalists.