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In CliffsNotes on Schaefer's Shane, you follow a main character's appearance out of nowhere, his unbelievable feats of skill and courage, his significant influence on a Western community, and his ride out of town and into the sunset.
Told as a young boy's remembrance of the man who changed his life, Shane is a classic in the literature of the American West. This study guide looks into the life and background of the author, the novel's characters, and the following:
- Coverage of the novel's basic themes
- Chapter-by-chapter summaries and commentaries
- Critical analysis of Western regional literature
- Comparison of Shane, the novel and the movie
- Suggested essay questions to prompt your creativity
- Selected bibliography for further reading
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