Good-Bye Wisconsin

By Glenway Wiscott and Glenway Wescott

Book Overview

"Good-Bye Wisconsin" is a significant collection of short stories and a titular essay that explores the cultural and emotional landscape of the American Middle West during the 1920s. Written by Glenway Wescott, the work serves as a poignant reflection on the tension between rural roots and the sophisticated modern world. The opening essay provides a critical look at the shifting identity of Wisconsin, contrasting its pioneer history with the emerging social realities of the early 20th century.

The subsequent stories offer a deep psychological dive into the lives of individuals inhabiting small towns and farmsteads. These narratives capture the isolation, longing, and quiet desperation of characters who often feel out of step with their surroundings. Through his lyrical and precise prose, Wescott examines themes of repressed desire, the burden of family expectations, and the inevitable pull of the world beyond the horizon. "Good-Bye Wisconsin" stands as a masterpiece of regionalist literature and American modernism, providing a nuanced portrait of a region in transition and the universal quest for belonging and self-discovery. This collection remains an essential contribution to the study of American identity and the literary depiction of the heartland.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1025688384
• ISBN13: 9781025688381
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 374 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"