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Men to Match My Mountains

Irving Stone
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Men to Match My Mountains

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1943

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Irving Stone

Men to Match My Mountains

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1943
Book Details
Pages

576

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

American West • 19th Century

Publication Year

1943

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Men to Match My Mountains by Irving Stone chronicles the efforts of various 19th-century pioneers who shaped the American presence in California, Nevada, Utah, and Colorado, attributing their endeavors to the culture and economic success of the American West. Sensitive topics include the exploitation and servitude of Indigenous people, the dynamics of polygamy in the Mormon community, and the grueling labor conditions faced by Chinese immigrants.

Adventurous

Informative

Gritty

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.4

1,450 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Irving Stone's Men to Match My Mountains is widely recognized for its vivid narrative and meticulous research, celebrating the pioneers of the American West. Reviewers appreciate its engaging storytelling and historical depth, yet some critique its dense prose and romanticized depiction of historical figures. Overall, it remains valued for its panoramic portrayal of a transformative era.

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Who Should Read Men to Match My Mountains?

A reader who enjoys Men to Match My Mountains by Irving Stone is typically fascinated by American history, particularly the Westward Expansion. Fans of epic historical narratives like Undaunted Courage by Stephen Ambrose or Blood and Thunder by Hampton Sides will appreciate Stone's vivid storytelling and in-depth character studies.

4.4

1,450 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

576

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

American West • 19th Century

Publication Year

1943

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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