Evan S. Connell is een auteur die zich houdt aan gevestigde methoden, zowel in het schrijven als in de communicatie. Zijn uitgebreide oeuvre, dat fictie, poëzie en essays omvat, kenmerkt zich door een unieke benadering van zowel vorm als inhoud. Connell vermijdt moderne technologie en geeft de voorkeur aan traditionele methoden die terug te vinden zijn in zijn literaire stijl. Zijn Amerikaanse klassiekers, vaak doordrenkt van anekdotische diepgang, verkennen de complexiteit van de menselijke natuur en de samenleving.
Focusing on remarkable achievements in various fields, the book presents captivating stories of the Anasazi, explorers, and innovative thinkers. It explores the intertwining lives of dreamers and scientists, highlighting their eccentricities and contributions. Connell reflects on the universal curiosity that drives exploration, connecting legendary figures to our own childhood experiences of wonder and adventure, such as sleeping in the backyard.
Set against the backdrop of the California coast, the narrative unfolds through a series of poignant letters that explore themes of love, loss, and the search for connection. The author weaves together the lives of various characters, each reflecting on their personal journeys and the impact of their relationships. The evocative prose captures the beauty of the landscape while delving into the complexities of human emotions, making it a heartfelt exploration of life’s fleeting moments and the enduring power of memory.
Focusing on the journey of an American boy during World War II, the narrative explores the evolution of his understanding of patriotism. Initially influenced by his father's beliefs, he confronts the realities of war, leading him to develop a personal interpretation of what it means to be patriotic. The story intricately examines the complexities of loyalty and identity against the backdrop of a tumultuous historical period.
A new collection of essays by the author of Mrs. Bridge and Son of a Morning Star covers a wide range of topics from the Anasazi Indians of the desert Southwest to explorer Marco Polo to seminal advances in the fields of astronomy, archaeology, anthropology, and linguistics. 25,000 first printing.
Custer's Last Stand is among the most enduring events in American history--more than one hundred years after the fact, books continue to be written and people continue to argue about even the most basic details surrounding the Little Bighorn. Evan S. Connell, whom Joyce Carol Oates has described as "one of our most interesting and intelligent American writers," wrote what continues to be the most reliable--and compulsively readable--account of the subject. Connell makes good use of his meticulous research and novelist's eye for the story and detail to re-vreate the heroism, foolishness, and savagery of this crucial chapter in the history of the West.
Karl Muhlbach becomes captivated by Lambeth Brent, a captivating young woman with a mysterious past and an adventurous lifestyle in New York. As he delves deeper into her world, he confronts unsettling truths about himself, leading to profound self-discovery. The narrative explores themes of obsession and the complexities of identity against the backdrop of a vibrant urban setting.
On a scorching June Sunday in 1876, thousands of Indian warriors - Lakota Sioux, Cheyenne and Arapaho - converged on a grassy ridge above the valley of Montana's Little Bighorn River. On the ridge five companies of United States cavalry - 262 soldiers, comprising officers and troopers - fought desperately but hopelessly. When the guns fell silent, no soldier - including their commanding officer, Lt Col. George Armstrong Custer - had survived. Custer's Last Stand is among the most enduring events in American history - 130 years after the fact, books continue to be written and people continue to argue about even the most basic details surrounding the Little Bighorn. Evan S. Connell, whom Joyce Carol Oates has described as 'one of our most interesting and intelligent American writers', wrote what continues to be the most reliable - and compulsively readable - account of the subject. Connell makes good use of his research and novelist's eye for story and detail to re-create the heroism, foolishness and savagery of this crucial chapter in the history of the West.
The narrative unfolds through the imagined journals of various alchemists, including a physician, a historian, a revolutionary, and a philosopher, each offering unique perspectives on their craft and era. Rich in historical detail and adorned with exquisite prose, the work showcases the complexities of alchemy and its practitioners. Celebrated for its depth and intelligence, the book invites readers to explore the intertwining of science, philosophy, and history through the eyes of these intriguing characters.
Mrs Bridge, an unremarkable and conservative housewife in Kansas City, has three children and a kindly lawyer husband. She spends her time with shopping, going to bridge parties and bringing up her children to be pleasant, clean and have nice manners.
Connell's mastery of the short story form shines through his nuanced characters and understated narratives. His stories capture the essence of seemingly trivial moments, allowing the reader to find deeper meanings in the mundane. Characters like a returning wanderer and Mr. Bemis exemplify the authenticity of human experience, often leaving readers in contemplative silence. The impact of his prose lingers, as even fleeting voices echo long after the story concludes, inviting reflection on the complexities of life.