McMurtry, Larry
Folly and Glory (Berrybender Narratives)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780743262729
- author:
- McMurtry, Larry
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Simon & Schuster
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 14.2 x 2 cm
- Genre:
- Sagas Fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Folly and Glory, the final volume of The Berrybender Narratives, is a sweeping epic that showcases Larry McMurtry's mastery of storytelling. Set against the backdrop of the American West, this novel brings together a complex tapestry of characters and events.
The story follows Tasmin and her family as they face a series of challenges and uncertainties, from their arrest in Mexican Santa Fe to their perilous journey across the desert to Vera Cruz. Along the way, they encounter a range of characters, including Jim Snow, Kit Carson, and a mysterious giant named Juppy, who all play a part in shaping the course of their lives.
As the Berrybender family navigates the treacherous landscape of the American West, they must confront their own identities and the changing world around them. With its richly detailed setting and complex characters, Folly and Glory is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of human relationships and the enduring power of family bonds.