These folk stories are a 1860’s Literature assignment from Diane’s American Literature Course. The Loyal Canine “I wonder if that rascally raccoon and the prickly porcupine are going to stroll down here and taunt me again?” reasoned Charlie, the loyal canine, who was guarding the chicken coop one cold night. “Those two figure that playin’ is better than workin’,” … Continue reading New Wyoming Folklore
The Virginian Essays
The Virginian essays are an assignment taken from Diane's American Literature Course. The Virginian, written by Owen Wister, is about a young man, called simply “the Virginian.” He is seemingly perfect, though he maintains that he has many faults. He is the hero of the book and is humble, wise, and good. Though he never claims … Continue reading The Virginian Essays
My Ántonia Essays
These essays are a My Antonia assignment from Diane's American Literature Course. A Day in My Life in Wyoming Territory March 30 We have survived this long, long winter! It was hard, and very cold, so much different than the winters back East. And the wind! I’ve never heard it howl like that before. But now spring … Continue reading My Ántonia Essays