Description
Book SynopsisExplores writings about the Northwest, the area that extends from the Pacific Ocean to the Rocky Mountains, and from the forty-ninth parallel to the Siskiyou Mountains. This title shows that the important contribution of Northwest writers to American literature is their articulation of a more spiritual human relationship with landscape.
Trade Review"Defining Pacific Northwest literature is akin to lassoing Sasquatch. Many attempt this distinctly regional feat; few ever succeed. [O'Connell] may be the most successful yet in analyzing the region's literature. . . . Impressive and insightful."
* Seattle Post-Intelligencer *
"On Sacred Ground is earnest, readable, and informative. . . . An invaluable book. Readers looking to connect with their region will appreciate its succinct survey of the history of literature, and its connection with the essence of out native or adopted home."
* The Seattle Times *
Table of ContentsPreface
Acknowledgments
1. Early Native American Stories
2. Journals of Exploration and Settlement
3. Romantic Movement
4. Realistic Writing
5. The Northwest School
6. Contemporary Northwest Literature
References
Additional Sources
Index
