Willa Cather Collection

Time Magazine's 10 Top Nonfiction Books of the Year • Willa Cather’s letters—withheld from publication for more than six decades—are finally available to the public in this fascinating selection. The hundreds collected here range from witty reports of life as a teenager in Red Cloud in the 1880s through her college years at the University of Nebraska, her time as a journalist in Pittsburgh and New York, and her growing eminence as a novelist. They describe her many travels and record her last years, when the loss of loved ones and the disasters of World War II brought her near to despair. Above all, they reveal her passionate interest in people, literature, and the arts. The voice is one we recognize from her fiction: confident, elegant, detailed, openhearted, concerned with profound ideas, but also at times sentimental, sarcastic, and funny. A deep pleasure to read, this volume reveals the intimate joys and sorrows of one of America’s most admired writers.

Willa Cather’s twelfth and final novel, Sapphira and the Slave Girl, is her most intense fictional engagement with political and personal conflict. Set in Cather’s Virginia birthplace in 1856, the novel draws on family and local history and the escalating conflicts of the last years of slavery—conflicts in which Cather’s family members were deeply involved, both as slave owners and as opponents of slavery. Cather, at five years old, appears as a character in an unprecedented first-person epilogue. Tapping her earliest memories, Cather powerfully and sparely renders a Virginia world that is simultaneously beautiful and, as she said, “terrible.” The historical essay and explanatory notes explore the novel’s grounding in family, local, and national history; show how southern cultures continually shaped Cather’s life and work, culminating with this novel; and trace the progress of Cather’s research and composition during years of grief and loss that she described as the worst of her life. More early drafts, including manuscript fragments, are available for Sapphira and the Slave Girl than for any other Cather novel, and the revealing textual essay draws on this rich resource to provide new insights into Cather’s composition process.

Immerse yourself in the timeless works of Willa Cather with "A Collection of Stories, Reviews and Essays: Classics" by the renowned American author. This comprehensive volume brings together a diverse selection of Cather's most beloved stories, insightful reviews, and thought-provoking essays, offering readers a unique opportunity to explore the breadth and depth of her literary talent. Set against the backdrop of the American Midwest and the vast expanse of the Great Plains, Cather's stories capture the essence of life on the frontier, from the struggles of early settlers to the beauty of the natural landscape. Through vivid descriptions and richly drawn characters, she paints a vivid portrait of a bygone era, inviting readers to experience the joys and sorrows of ordinary people living extraordinary lives. Themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning permeate the narrative, inviting readers to reflect on the human condition and the universal truths that unite us all. From the quiet introspection of her essays to the emotional depth of her short stories, Cather's writing resonates with a timeless wisdom and a profound understanding of the human heart. With its blend of lyrical prose, evocative imagery, and keen insight into the human experience, "A Collection of Stories, Reviews and Essays: Classics" is a treasure trove of literary gems that will delight and inspire readers of all ages. Whether you're a longtime fan of Cather's work or discovering her writing for the first time, this collection offers something for everyone, with its timeless tales and enduring wisdom. Since its publication, "A Collection of Stories, Reviews and Essays: Classics" has earned widespread acclaim for its literary merit and cultural significance. Cather's ability to capture the essence of the American experience has made her one of the most celebrated authors of the 20th century, and this collection showcases some of her finest work. Prepare to be captivated by the timeless beauty of Willa Cather's writing with "A Collection of Stories, Reviews and Essays: Classics." Whether you're seeking a quiet escape into the past or a thought-provoking exploration of the human condition, this collection offers something for everyone, with its richly textured prose, memorable characters, and profound insights into the human spirit. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of Cather's writing—pick up your copy today and embark on a journey through the heart and soul of one of America's greatest literary treasures.

The World of Willa Cather describes the people and places in Nebraska that figure prominently in many of Cather’s best novels and short stories. It offers material that can be found nowhere else. Here are Willa Cather of Red Cloud, her family and friends, and the things that formed her sensibilities.

Compiled in one book, the essential collection of books by Willa Cather: Alexander's Bridge and The Barrel Organ A Collection of Stories, Reviews and Essays My Antonia One of Ours O Pioneers! Song of the Lark The Troll Garden and Selected Stories Youth and the Bright Medusa

DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Not Under Forty" by Willa Cather. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

A collection of stories, poems, and other writings by Willa Cather.

Tells the stories of a frontier woman, a disillusioned professor, New Mexico's first bishop, early life in Quebec, an ambitious artist, and a Southern slaveowner.

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 1923, Willa Cather is one of the most famous voices of American Literary Regionalism. His favorite scenario is Maine and his characters are the pioneers whose work helped shape the identity of America. The critic August Nemo selected seven short stories from this essential author of American literature: A Burglar's Christmas A Wagner Matinee On the Gull's Road Paul's Case The Enchanted Bluff The Namesake The Garden Lodge