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A Straight Deal; Or, The Ancient Grudge

By Owen Wister
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The author surveys American antipathy toward Britain, tracing its roots to long-ago conflicts and everyday prejudices, and argues that persistent historical grudges and commercial complaints weaken allied cooperation against a resurgent German threat. Through a series of essays prompted by wartime controversies and public letters, he critiques propagandistic rhetoric, anonymous vitriol, and selective memory, urges common sense over inherited resentments, acknowledges domestic faults without equating them to strategic dangers, and contends that pragmatic friendship and unity are preferable to repeating old hatreds that can be exploited by hostile powers.

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Owen Wister

Owen Wister was an American author and playwright, best known for his contributions to Western literature. His most notable work, "The Virginian," published in 1902, is often credited with establishing the modern Western genre. Wister's writing reflects his experiences in the American West, blending adventure with themes of individualism and morality. In addition to his fiction, he wrote essays and plays, showcasing his versatility as a writer. His works, such as "Lady Baltimore" and "Lin McLean," further explore the complexities of human relationships and the American landscape, solidifying his place in the literary heritage of the United States.

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