Willa Cather and the Politics of Criticism

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.