Willa Cather and the Politics of Criticism

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Joan Acocella critiques the misuse of Willa Cather's works by both Left and Right literary critics, revealing how their political agendas have distorted her true literary contributions. Through a humorous and insightful examination, she clarifies Cather's reputation, advocating for a genuine appreciation of her writing. The book serves as both a thoughtful overview of Cather's life and a compelling argument for reading literature on its own merits, encouraging a renewed interest in one of America's esteemed novelists.