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Her poetry has been nominated for two pulitzer prizes, and she has published two books of short stories. Kate braverman born 1950 is an american novelist, short story writer, and. Home thleodore books wonders of the west wonders of the west by braverman, kate. Publication date 1993 topics women travelers, mothers and daughters. Braverman has published three novels lithium for medea, palm latitudes, and wonders of the west four books of poetry, and two. Wonders of the west by kate braverman and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. She was the author of 11 books, including three titles we were honored to. Wonders of the west by kate braverman 1993 0120 on. Multifaceted poet and author braverman wonders of the west, 1993, etc. In wonders of the west, kate braverman surpasses all previous expectations with a novel about internal exile and the dark side of the american dream. Lithium for medea, palm latitudes, wonders of the west, and the. Wonders of the west by kate braverman 1 edition first published in 1993.
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