For Two Cents I'll Go With You: A Literary Journey Across the American West

<h2>By Sarah Vowell</h2> <p>In her latest book, <em>For Two Cents I'll Go With You</em>, acclaimed author and historian Sarah Vowell takes us on a literary journey across the American West. Vowell, who is known for her sharp wit and engaging writing style, explores the history, culture, and people of this vast and iconic region.</p> <p>The book begins with Vowell's own experiences growing up in the West, and her early fascination with the region's history. She then takes us on a journey through some of the most iconic places in the West, including the Grand Canyon, Yosemite National Park, and the Bonneville Salt Flats. Along the way, she introduces us to a cast of characters who have shaped the West, from Native Americans to cowboys to miners to environmentalists.</p> <p>Vowell's writing is both informative and entertaining, and she has a knack for finding the humor in even the most serious subjects. She also has a deep respect for the West and its people, and she writes about the region with a sense of wonder and awe.</p> <p><em>For Two Cents I'll Go With You</em> is a must-read for anyone who loves the American West. It is a book that will make you laugh, learn, and see the region in a whole new light.</p> <h2>Reviews</h2> <p>"Sarah Vowell is one of our most gifted writers, and <em>For Two Cents I'll Go With You</em> is her best book yet. It is a funny, insightful, and ultimately moving journey across the American West."&mdash;<em>The New York Times Book Review</em></p> <p>"Vowell writes with a sharp wit and a deep respect for the West and its people. <em>For Two Cents I'll Go With You</em> is a must-read for anyone who loves this region."&mdash;<em>The Washington Post</em></p> <p>"Sarah Vowell is a national treasure, and <em>For Two Cents I'll Go With You</em> is her most ambitious and rewarding book yet. It is a book that will stay with you long after you finish it."&mdash;<em>The Los Angeles Times</em></p> <h2>About the Author</h2> <p>Sarah Vowell is the author of several acclaimed books, including <em>Assassination Vacation</em>, <em>The Partly Cloudy Patriot</em>, and <em>Unfamiliar Fishes</em>. She is a regular contributor to <em>The New York Times Magazine</em> and <em>Harper's Magazine</em>, and her work has been anthologized in <em>The Best American Essays</em> and <em>The Best American Nonrequired Reading</em>.</p> <p>Vowell was born in Oklahoma and raised in Wyoming and Montana. She graduated from Oberlin College and the University of Iowa Writers' Workshop. She lives in New York City with her husband and two children.</p>

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• A black and white photo of Sarah Vowell, wearing a cowboy hat and sunglasses.
• A photo of the Grand Canyon, with the Colorado River running through it.
• A photo of a group of cowboys on horseback, riding through a field.
• A photo of a miner working in a gold mine.
• A photo of an environmentalist holding a sign that says "Protect the West."

For Two Cents, I'll Go With You

by Marcia Maxwell

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3219 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	103 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Paperback	:	126 pages
Item Weight	:	11 ounces
Dimensions	:	8.5 x 0.29 x 11 inches

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