The Temptation of the West

Author: Amy Pastan
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Publication Date: 2003-04-01
Features: The creation of works in The Temptation of the West began shortly after the purchase of Louisiana in the United States. They greatly changed the American perspective on the West. When explorers risked crossing the Appalachian Mountains, they sent back their discoveries via express mail, helping to write a new chapter in the story of America. Inspired by their descriptions and drawn to the allure of the pristine wilderness, The Temptation of the West collects paintings and sculptures on the theme of the American West from the 1820s to the 1940s. These works depict the raw landscapes of the West and reflect the changing perception of the West in the eyes of Americans, offering a glimpse into the history of American development.