Wallace Stegner (1909-1993) was an American novelist, historian, and environmentalist. He is best known for his novels and non-fiction works that are set in the American West and explore issues of preservation, identity, and community.
Born on February 18, 1909, in Lake Mills, Iowa
Received his PhD from the University of Iowa in 1935
Taught at various universities including the University of Wisconsin, Harvard University, and Stanford University
Co-founded the creative writing program at Stanford University
Won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1972 for his novel 'Angle of Repose'
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Angle of Repose is a novel that explores the life and relationships of a disabled historian named Lyman Ward as he retraces the history of his grandparents in the American West. It won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1972.
The Big Rock Candy Mountain is a novel that follows the lives of the Mason family as they move and struggle to find stability and success in the American West during the early 20th century.
Beyond the Hundredth Meridian is a non-fiction work that examines the life and work of John Wesley Powell, a geologist, explorer, and US government official who played a key role in the exploration and development of the American West.
Wallace Stegner is known for his novels and non-fiction works that are set in the American West and explore issues of preservation, identity, and community. He is also known for co-founding the creative writing program at Stanford University.
'Angle of Repose' is a novel that explores the life and relationships of a disabled historian named Lyman Ward as he retraces the history of his grandparents in the American West.
Yes, he won several awards for his writing including the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1972 for 'Angle of Repose'.
Wallace Stegner drew inspiration from his experiences growing up in the American West, as well as his academic training in history and literature. He was also influenced by the natural beauty and environmental issues of the region.
'Beyond the Hundredth Meridian' is a non-fiction work that examines the life and work of John Wesley Powell, a geologist, explorer, and US government official who played a key role in the exploration and development of the American West. The book is often cited as an important work in the field of environmental history.