Wolf Willow
Wolf Willow
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Brief
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Book • Nonfiction
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Western•
BiographySaskatchewan • 1920s
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World History2000
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Wolf Willow by Wallace Stegner blends autobiography, history, and fiction, exploring an individual's experiences in the Canadian prairie. The narrative captures the interplay between personal memory and the broader historical context of the region, highlighting the author's reflections on childhood, community, and the vast, challenging landscape.
Contemplative
Nostalgic
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Wallace Stegner's Wolf Willow receives praise for its rich, evocative prose and insightful reflection on the frontier experience. Readers appreciate Stegner's blend of memoir and history, though some feel its pace can meander. The book effectively captures the essence of place and time but may appeal primarily to those with interest in American West history.
Who Should Read Wolf Willow?
Readers who enjoy Wolf Willow by Wallace Stegner are typically drawn to lyrical narratives exploring the American West. Fans of works like Angle of Repose or A Sand County Almanac will appreciate Stegner's blend of memoir, history, and nature writing, examining personal and cultural identity within vast landscapes.
1,139 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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306
Book • Nonfiction
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Western•
BiographySaskatchewan • 1920s
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World History2000
Adult
18+ years
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