María Amparo Ruiz de Burton

The Squatter and the Don

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

"The Squatter and the Don" by C. Loyal explores the tumultuous era of land disputes in California. Set against the backdrop of ranch life, this historical fiction novel delves into the conflicts that arose between squatters and established landowners. A family saga unfolds as questions of land rights take center stage, painting a vivid picture of a society in transition. This meticulously prepared edition brings to life a classic story of the American West. Readers interested in Westerns, historical narratives, and stories of family life will find "The Squatter and the Don" a compelling read. Experience the drama and tension of a time when the battle for land shaped the destiny of California. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 326
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 17mm
• Gewicht: 458g
• ISBN-13: 9781023387002
• ISBN-10: 102338700X
• Artikelnr.: 74005152

Autorenporträt

María Amparo Ruiz de Burton (1832-1895) stands as a pioneering figure in American literature as the first female Mexican-American author to write in English. With complex heritage as a member of the Californio elite, she married a U.S. Army officer and lived through the tumultuous period of the Mexican-American War and its aftermath. Ruiz de Burton's literary work is characterized by a deep engagement with the political and social issues of her time, reflected in her groundbreaking novel, 'The Squatter and the Don' (1885), which offers a critical examination of the land disenfranchisement following the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo and the impact of capitalist expansion on Mexican landowners. Her narrative style combines romantic fiction with sharp social commentary, challenging the dominant Anglo-American narratives and advocating for the rights of Mexican Americans. Ruiz de Burton's writings remained largely unrecognized until their rediscovery by literary scholars in the late 20th century, which has since established her as a significant figure in the Chicano literary canon and an important voice in American cultural history.