JOURNAL ARTICLE

Saints, Sinners, and Sovereign Citizens: The Endless War over the West's Public Lands by John L. Smith (review).

  • Published In: Western American Literature, 2024, v. 59, n. 3. P. 296 1 of 3

  • Database: Historical Abstracts with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Saitua, Iker 3 of 3

Abstract

John L. Smith's book "Saints, Sinners, and Sovereign Citizens" delves into the controversial case of Cliven Bundy, a rancher who refused to pay grazing fees for his cattle on public lands, sparking a national debate on federal land management. The author explores Bundy's background, motivations, and the broader historical and ideological context of public lands conflicts in the West. Through interviews, court records, and newspaper articles, Smith presents a complex portrait of Bundy and examines the implications of his actions on the discourse surrounding public lands in the United States. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Western American Literature. 2024/10, Vol. 59, Issue 3, p296
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0043-3462
  • DOI:10.1353/wal.2024.a947265
  • Accession Number:181988647
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