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Charles King's An Apache Princess is a frontier romance that turns on the tensions, loyalties, and perils of military life in the American Southwest. Combining brisk adventure with domestic intrigue, the novel presents cavalry posts, desert marches, rumors, courtship, and conflict with Apaches through the polished conventions of late nineteenth-century popular fiction. Its style is direct, dramatic, and observant, marked by King's characteristic attention to military protocol and social hierarchy, while its historical imagination reflects both the appeal and the limitations of frontier literature in its era. King, a former United States Army officer and the son of a Civil War general, wrote from intimate knowledge of garrison culture, command structures, and the emotional pressures of life on remote posts. His career in the cavalry, including western service, supplied him with the settings, idioms, and institutional habits that animate his fiction. That experience also shaped the book's perspective, blending eyewitness realism with the racial and imperial assumptions common to his time. This novel is recommended for readers interested in American frontier fiction, military romance, and the cultural history of the West. Read critically, it offers both an engaging narrative and a revealing document of how popular literature transformed conquest, duty, and desire into legend.
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Charles King's An Apache Princess is a frontier romance that turns on the tensions, loyalties, and perils of military life in the American Southwest. Combining brisk adventure with domestic intrigue, the novel presents cavalry posts, desert marches, rumors, courtship, and conflict with Apaches through the polished conventions of late nineteenth-century popular fiction. Its style is direct, dramatic, and observant, marked by King's characteristic attention to military protocol and social hierarchy, while its historical imagination reflects both the appeal and the limitations of frontier literature in its era. King, a former United States Army officer and the son of a Civil War general, wrote from intimate knowledge of garrison culture, command structures, and the emotional pressures of life on remote posts. His career in the cavalry, including western service, supplied him with the settings, idioms, and institutional habits that animate his fiction. That experience also shaped the book's perspective, blending eyewitness realism with the racial and imperial assumptions common to his time. This novel is recommended for readers interested in American frontier fiction, military romance, and the cultural history of the West. Read critically, it offers both an engaging narrative and a revealing document of how popular literature transformed conquest, duty, and desire into legend. 132 pp. Englisch. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788028358747
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - In 'An Apache Princess,' Charles King weaves a compelling narrative that blends historical fiction with adventure, illuminating the complex socio-cultural dynamics of the Apache people in the late 19th century. Through the eyes of a young Apache woman, King deftly explores themes of identity, resistance, and the impact of colonialism. His vivid prose and meticulous attention to detail not only bring the landscapes of the American Southwest to life but also humanize a marginalized perspective, offering readers an engaging exploration of Apache heritage juxtaposed against American expansionism. Charles King, a West Point graduate and veteran of the Indian Wars, possessed a profound understanding of Native American cultures and the turbulent historical context of the time. His experiences on the frontier informed his literary works, allowing him to portray Indigenous characters with authenticity and nuance. 'An Apache Princess' stands as a testament to King's dedication to depicting the rich tapestry of Native American life, shaped by both his military background and cultural empathy. I wholeheartedly recommend 'An Apache Princess' to readers interested in historical narratives that challenge dominant narratives of American history. This novel not only captivates with its engaging storyline but also serves as a critical commentary on the historical injustices faced by Indigenous peoples, making it a significant addition to both American literature and Indigenous studies. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788028358747
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -In 'An Apache Princess,' Charles King weaves a compelling narrative that blends historical fiction with adventure, illuminating the complex socio-cultural dynamics of the Apache people in the late 19th century. Through the eyes of a young Apache woman, King deftly explores themes of identity, resistance, and the impact of colonialism. His vivid prose and meticulous attention to detail not only bring the landscapes of the American Southwest to life but also humanize a marginalized perspective, offering readers an engaging exploration of Apache heritage juxtaposed against American expansionism. Charles King, a West Point graduate and veteran of the Indian Wars, possessed a profound understanding of Native American cultures and the turbulent historical context of the time. His experiences on the frontier informed his literary works, allowing him to portray Indigenous characters with authenticity and nuance. 'An Apache Princess' stands as a testament to King's dedication to depicting the rich tapestry of Native American life, shaped by both his military background and cultural empathy. I wholeheartedly recommend 'An Apache Princess' to readers interested in historical narratives that challenge dominant narratives of American history. This novel not only captivates with its engaging storyline but also serves as a critical commentary on the historical injustices faced by Indigenous peoples, making it a significant addition to both American literature and Indigenous studies.Copycat s.r.o., Schnirchova 662/22, Holesovice, 170 00 Prague 132 pp. Englisch. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788028358747
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. An Apache Princess | A Frontier Military Romance of Cavalry Posts, Desert Marches, and Conflict in the Arizona Territory | Charles King | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2023 | Sharp Ink | EAN 9788028358747 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Copycat s.r.o., 22, Holesovice, Schnirchova 662, 170 00 PRAGUE, TSCHECHIEN, kristoferpaetau[at]gmail[dot]com | Anbieter: preigu. N° de réf. du vendeur 128619938
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